The lawsuit says Illinois has been violating state and federal law for nearly two decades.
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Why Wisconsin prison officials have banned book donations
In banning book donations to correctional facilities, the Wisconsin Department of Corrections cited “the ongoing challenge of illicit substances coming into the prisons via the mail.”
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We’re expanding incarcerated readers’ access to news about prison education
College Inside is now available to thousands of incarcerated readers through new partnerships with education technology providers.
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The struggle for artistic freedom
Artists inside face challenges in sharing their work with the outside world and accessing materials for their art.
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‘An educated prisoner is a dangerous prisoner’
Juan Hernandez, an artist incarcerated in Illinois, shares sketches about his experience with higher education in prison.
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What will Stateville shutdown mean for higher education behind bars?
Illinois prison officials are abruptly transferring people out of Stateville, following a federal ruling.
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What will the Stateville shutdown mean for higher education programs behind bars?
Despite its poor physical infrastructure, Stateville has some of the most robust education of any prison in Illinois due to its proximity to Chicago.
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Lessons in forgiveness from a prison classroom
Exploring forgiveness through an academic lens helps incarcerated women examine their own experiences of causing harm and being harmed.
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They’ve been convicted of violent crimes. Now they’re learning about forgiveness.
Exploring forgiveness through an academic lens helps incarcerated people examine their own experiences of causing harm and being harmed.
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Martin University reentry job fair offers second chance at life
Formerly incarcerated people say they served their time and now just want an opportunity.