You might be surprised to learn that in Swedish prisons, university-level education was eliminated in 2019.
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Her life was about to be put on hold. Her balance would continue to grow.
Currently, most borrowers entering prison end up going into default because they are unable to make payments or even contact their servicer about available options.
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Job-hunting isn’t easy, especially after prison. San Quentin is trying to change that.
Prison to Employment Connection is a 14-week job-readiness training program for people who are within one year of a release date or have an upcoming parole board hearing.
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In solitary confinement, your neighbors are your teachers.
How Texas falls short in educating incarcerated young women.
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From the demise of Pell Grants to the return of federal financial aid
Lifers share their experiences with college in prison before 1994.
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Studying inside at age 87
“What would you want me to do, sit around and play cards?” says Kathy Tyler.
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What we can learn from one state as Pell returns
A look at education inside Washington prisons offers insight into the challenges of implementing Pell Grants across the country.
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‘I know how to walk the walk’
As some of the largest employers across the country, colleges and universities can provide job opportunities to formerly incarcerated students in addition to educating them.
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What happens when prison tech stops working
When prison tech stops working, those inside are left with limited recourse.
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Trauma is ‘unavoidable’ in prison. Here’s how educators can help.
Clinical psychologist Napoleon Wells reflects on trauma, healing, and education in carceral spaces.