Mentorship Access Guidance in College (MAGIC)

MAGIC is a federally-funded support program on campus that is designed to provide EMU students who were formerly in foster care with the necessary independent living skills to encourage a successful transition into adulthood, completion of a college degree, and career entry.

Our Goals

• Provide students with an Independent Living Skills Coach to develop a plan to achieve success, graduate from EMU and secure independence
• Pair students with mentors that have similar career and educational interests
• Provide a safe and supportive environment for students who were once in foster care
• Ensure all active participants have appropriate housing year-round

Program Components

• Monthly workshops based on Casey Life Skills Assessment
• Periodic study sessions
• Educational and employment opportunities
• Support groups
• Resources
• Social enrichment activities
• Emergency assistance for active participants
• Independent Living Skills Coaches who will advise and support students in all areas
• Mentorship

MAGIC is part of Academic Success Partnerships (within Academic and Student Affairs), 301 Pierce Hall, 734.487.0899