Musashino University Hosts Symposium on College Enrollment Rates for Children in Foster Care on May 23

On May 23, 2026, the Institute of Human Sciences at Musashino University will host a hybrid symposium titled 'From Alternative Care to University Entrance and Graduation Vol.2 - The Role and Potential of Universities'. With the university progression rate for children from Japanese foster care facilities at only about 20%, the event aims to explore how universities can better support these students. Speakers include Dr. Amy Salazar from Washington State University and Maddy Day, who will share advanced support models from the US to help establish better frameworks in Japan.