Criminal Justice

This event took place on March 6. Now you can listen to the recording! “For every dollar spent on higher ed in prison (HEP), five dollars are saved in recidivism costs.” With compelling evidence to demonstrate the efficacy of HEP programs, recent policy changes, and an increased appetite for serving justice-impacted populations, these programs are on the rise and will be accessible to more students in the coming year. This event took place on March 6. Now you can listen to the recording!… Read More… »

Dr. Andrisse, Howard University faculty and member of STEM-OPS partner organization Prisons to Professionals (P2P), was recently included in a DocuSeries produced by Vice and Marshall Project. Vice and Marshall Project would like to host a screening of Dr. Andrisse’s episode and panel discussion with Dr. Andrisse, the two producers, and one or two Howard University faculty or students. … Read More… »

Lots of people are dreaming of taking advantage of new college opportunities in prison as Pell eligibility returns this year for incarcerated students. But there are gaps in information, in preparation, and in who will actually be able to enroll in college programs. What will it take to close those gaps? Join an online discussion with formerly incarcerated students, education experts, and college and corrections officials preparing for the return of Pell. The event will run from 3 p.m. to 4 p.m. ET, followed by 30 minutes for discussion.… Read More… »