Spartan Recovery Program at UNCG and The Moth Partner for Student Storytelling Retreat and Public StorySlam

GREENSBORO, N.C. — The Spartan Recovery Program at UNC Greensboro (UNCG) is partnering with The Moth, an acclaimed nonprofit dedicated to the art of storytelling, to host a two-day retreat and public performance that celebrates the authentic voices of students.

On Saturday, Aug. 23, and Sunday, Aug. 24, students from Spartan Recovery will work closely with three professional storytelling coaches from The Moth to craft and refine their personal narratives.

The retreat will culminate in a StorySlam on Sunday, Aug. 24, at 6 p.m. in Elliott University Center’s Auditorium on the UNCG campus. At this special event, selected students will share their stories with the public. A reception will follow the performance. Community members and media are warmly invited to attend.

While some stories may reflect experiences of recovery, the focus of the retreat is on authenticity and self-expression—allowing each student to choose the content and direction of their own story. In true Moth fashion, all stories will be told live, without notes, and within a set time limit.

“This partnership with The Moth provides our students with an incredible opportunity to develop confidence, build connection, and share their lived experiences in a powerful and meaningful way,” said Ches Kennedy, Coordinator of the Spartan Recovery Program.

This unique event has been made possible through the generous support of the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services and the Greensboro ABC Board.

For more information about The Moth and its global impact, visit www.themoth.org or follow on Instagram @mothstories.

Event Details:

• What: Spartan Recovery + The Moth StorySlam
• When: Sunday, August 24, 6:00 p.m.
• Where: Elliott University Center Auditorium, UNC Greensboro

• Admission: Free and open to the public; reception to follow

About Spartan Recovery Program

The Spartan Recovery Program at UNCG supports students in recovery from substance use by providing a nurturing community, academic resources, and opportunities for personal growth.

About The Moth

The Moth is a nonprofit organization dedicated to the art and craft of storytelling. Since its founding in 1997, The Moth has presented thousands of true stories, told live and without notes, to standing-room-only crowds worldwide.

Details:

What: Moth and Spartan Recovery @ UNCG StorySlam

Where: Elliott University Center Auditorium

When: Sunday, Aug. 24, 6 p.m.; reception to follow

Parking: Free parking for the event in Walker Deck