STEM Opportunities in Prison Settings (STEM-OPS) by EDC

Exciting news from Nebraska! Over 200 incarcerated individuals are pursuing higher education this spring semester through a groundbreaking partnership between Southeast Community College (SCC) and the Nebraska Department of Correctional Services (NDCS). Director Rob Jeffreys and SCC President Dr. Paul Illich celebrated this collaborative effort by signing a Memorandum of Understanding. The program, UPWARD (Unlocking Potential With Academic Resources and Development), offers an Associate of Arts degree with plans to expand to Associate of Applied Science degrees in various fields. Learn more about this transformative initiative: https://ow.ly/816H50RuKf7 #HigherEducation #PrisonEducation #Partnership #STEMOPS #Innovation #EducationDevelopment #sySTEMImpactedpodcast #advocacy #STEMeducation #STEMcareers #equityineducation #reentry #formerlyincarcerated #mentoring #hope #rehabilitation #reintegration #lifeafterprison #secondchancesprograms #opportunity #empowerment #hopeforchange #breakingthecycle #transformativejustice #socialjustice #equity

We're thrilled to share our biggest announcement yet: the imminent arrival of our next of the STEM-OPS Toolkits! In collaboration with esteemed organizations like the National Science Foundation (NSF) INCLUDES National Network, From Prison Cells To PhD, Princeton University's Prison Teaching Initiative, Operation Restoration , Vanderbilt University's Initiative for Race Research and Justice at Vanderbilt University, and the EDC (Education Development Center), we've dedicated years to crafting Toolkits, White papers, and practical solutions in key areas such as internship, technology, speaking bureaus, lab-based education, and measurement tools for Higher Education in Prison (HEP) programs. Stay tuned as we unveil each deliverable one-by-one, featuring news, insights, articles, exclusive interviews, and much more. Discover the transformative potential of each upcoming toolkit by visiting https://ow.ly/Ijjt50Qzcqe #STEMOPS #Innovation #EducationDevelopment #sySTEMImpactedpodcast #advocacy #STEMeducation #STEMcareers #equityineducation #reentry #formerlyincarcerated #mentoring #hope #rehabilitation #reintegration #lifeafterprison #secondchancesprograms #opportunity #empowerment #hopeforchange #breakingthecycle #transformativejustice #socialjustice #equity

We’re thrilled to be a STEMM Opportunity Alliance partner, and EDC’s Sarita Pillai and Andres Henriquez are honored to be supporting SOA at this year’s White House Summit on STEMM Equity & Excellence. We’ve spent the last year collaborating on a national strategy to create a more equitable STEMM ecosystem, and now it’s time to implement this strategy. Learn more about the important work SOA has been doing: https://lnkd.in/eesHE3dT #STEMMForAll #Education #Equity

Discover diverse perspectives on the crucial role of prison education in reform efforts. Jon Collins emphasizes the missed opportunities for learning behind bars, while Andy Keen-Downs advocates for community sentences and early intervention. Additionally, Adam Hart shares insights from his experience as a community service organizer. Explore these perspectives and more in-depth at: https://ow.ly/v98650RsYMK #PrisonReform #Education #CommunityIntervention #STEMOPS #Innovation #EducationDevelopment #sySTEMImpactedpodcast #advocacy #STEMeducation #STEMcareers #equityineducation #reentry #formerlyincarcerated #mentoring #hope #rehabilitation #reintegration #lifeafterprison #secondchancesprograms #opportunity #empowerment #hopeforchange #breakingthecycle #transformativejustice #socialjustice #equity

Exciting news for incarcerated individuals in Indiana! Ivy Tech Community College and the Indiana Department of Corrections have authorized two automotive technology certificates that can be funded through financial aid grants. This initiative, potentially covered by Pell Grants, provides opportunities for individuals with exceptional financial needs to pursue undergraduate-level education. The courses will be available at Ivy Tech campuses in Ivy Tech Community College Madison and Ivy Tech Community College - Terre Haute & Greencastle. Learn more about this impactful program: https://ow.ly/y7sm50Rrjp8 #FinancialAid #AutomotiveCourses #IndianaPrisons #STEMOPS #Innovation #EducationDevelopment #sySTEMImpactedpodcast #advocacy #STEMeducation #STEMcareers #equityineducation #reentry #formerlyincarcerated #mentoring #hope #rehabilitation #reintegration #lifeafterprison #secondchancesprograms #opportunity #empowerment #hopeforchange #breakingthecycle #transformativejustice #socialjustice #equity

Discover the remarkable journey of Michael Braham through Yale Law School’s Access to Law School Program. After spending 25 years incarcerated, Braham is poised to attend law school this fall. His interest in law sparked during his time behind bars, catalyzed by a personal experience that led him to file a civil rights lawsuit against the prison system. Recognizing his aptitude for legal matters, Braham not only educated himself but also assisted fellow inmates in advocating for their rights. Learn more about his inspiring story: https://ow.ly/W9mX50RlFyz #YaleLawSchool #AccessToLawSchool #MichaelBraham #STEMOPS #Innovation #EducationDevelopment #sySTEMImpactedpodcast #advocacy #STEMeducation #STEMcareers #equityineducation #reentry #formerlyincarcerated #mentoring #hope #rehabilitation #reintegration #lifeafterprison #secondchancesprograms #opportunity #empowerment #hopeforchange #breakingthecycle #transformativejustice #socialjustice #equity

Save the Date! Unlock Higher Education invites you to join them on Monday, April 29th, at 1pm EST. This month, UHE will introduce the Justice Fellows. Over the course of a year, these fellows will leverage their lived experiences to shape and advocate for EdTrust’s policy recommendations, aimed at supporting justice-impacted students in pursuing education. Keen to drive meaningful change? Get more information here: https://ow.ly/gfFo50RlFjU #UnlockHigherEd #JusticeFellows #EducationPolicy #STEMOPS #Innovation #EducationDevelopment #sySTEMImpactedpodcast #advocacy #STEMeducation #STEMcareers #equityineducation #reentry #formerlyincarcerated #mentoring #hope #rehabilitation #reintegration #lifeafterprison #secondchancesprograms #opportunity #empowerment #hopeforchange #breakingthecycle #transformativejustice #socialjustice #equity

Discover Northwestern University's groundbreaking program at Stateville, offering system-impacted individuals the opportunity to earn degrees from a top-tier institution within maximum-security prison walls. Despite the logistical challenges, the program thrives, with all classes and textbooks meticulously vetted by prison officials. With around 100 enrolled students across two facilities, students engage in rigorous academic schedules, highlighting the program's commitment to education and rehabilitation. Learn more about this impactful initiative: https://lnkd.in/gjWMr4cV #NorthwesternUniversity #PrisonEducation #StatevilleProgram #STEMOPS #Innovation #EducationDevelopment #sySTEMImpactedpodcast #advocacy #STEMeducation #STEMcareers #equityineducation #reentry #formerlyincarcerated #mentoring #hope #rehabilitation #reintegration #lifeafterprison #secondchancesprograms #opportunity #empowerment #hopeforchange #breakingthecycle #transformativejustice #socialjustice #equity

National DNA Day, observed on April 25th annually, marks significant milestones in genetics. It commemorates the completion of the Human Genome Project in 2003 and the discovery of the DNA double helix structure by Rosalind Franklin, James Watson, and Francis Crick in 1953. Organized by the Human Genome Research Institute, this event aims to promote genetic and genomic education. Join in by attending local seminars, engaging in online discussions, or conducting DNA experiments at home. Check out more at: https://ow.ly/Wp3U50RlEW6 #DNADay2024 #GeneticsEducation #STEMOPS #Innovation #EducationDevelopment #sySTEMImpactedpodcast #advocacy #STEMeducation #STEMcareers #equityineducation #reentry #formerlyincarcerated #mentoring #hope #rehabilitation #reintegration #lifeafterprison #secondchancesprograms #opportunity #empowerment #hopeforchange #breakingthecycle #transformativejustice #socialjustice #equity

The sySTEM Impacted podcast, led by host Christopher Etienne (PTI), shares stories of system-impacted people’s successes and struggles related to accessing STEM education and careers. The podcast provides a platform to allow people to recognize the power of their own voices and display the humanity in all of us. We hope to grant the public an intimate perspective on how these broader social issues directly impact at-risk populations by highlighting stories such as these. Learn more at https://ow.ly/HUFh50RaQu0 #STEMOPS #Innovation #EducationDevelopment #sySTEMImpactedpodcast #sySTEMImpactedpodcast #advocacy #STEMeducation #STEMcareers #equityineducation #reentry #formerlyincarcerated #mentoring #hope #rehabilitation #reintegration #lifeafterprison #secondchancesprograms #opportunity #empowerment #hopeforchange #breakingthecycle #transformativejustice #socialjustice #equity