Enlighten U

Enlighten U hosts expose the negative effects of overcommitment and burnout on college students' mental health. Join us as Eastern Michigan University MBA student Justin Walters shares his personal experiences, and hear expert mental advice from EMU counseling professor and licensed counselor, Perry Francis, Ed. D.

Enlighten U hosts explore how financial struggles affect students' mental health as they navigate college. Join us as Eastern Michigan University graduate student Lamarr Mitchell talks candidly about his financial journey – and hear the expert financial advice offered by Veronica Brandon, supervisor of Washtenaw County’s Financial Empowerment Center.

Enlighten U hosts explore the challenges of alcoholism and how it affects students on college campuses. Join us as Eastern Michigan University alumnus Chrissie Zavicar talks candidly about her personal struggles with alcohol abuse in college – and hear the expert advice offered by mental health expert, Brenna Breshears, Ph. D.

Enlighten U hosts explore the challenges LGBTQ+ community members face on college campuses – and in life. Join us as Eastern Michigan University alumnus and gifted musician Baddie Brooks talks candidly about transitioning during the COVID-19 pandemic – and hear the expert advice offered by LGBTQ+ mental health expert, Deb Crawford, Ph. D.

On the very first episode of Enlighten U, Eastern Michigan University students Jaida and Jessica Turner are featured alongside counseling professor and licensed counselor Perry Francis, Ed. D. Join us as they share personal stories, insights, and expert advice, shedding light on the challenges faced by students and the invaluable support that expert mental health professionals provide.