A #SUNY education is for everyone. Last month SUNY HEP debuted ‘The Light is Yours,’ a short film highlighting the dedicated work SUNY is doing to serve incarcerated New Yorkers. Watch the film: youtu.be/auv3CMUCXKQ Learn more about SUNY HEP: linktr.ee/sunyhep

This Father’s Day, 626,800 fathers will be separated from their children and loved ones. Incarceration does not just harm people behind bars – it hurts entire families and communities.

“Ours is not the struggle of one day, one week or one year. Ours is not the struggle of one judicial appointment or presidential term. Ours is the struggle of a lifetime, or maybe even many lifetimes, and each one of us in every generation must do our part.” — John Lewis SUNY

SUNY HEP is proud to share the powerful perspective of Dr. Reid Helford, academic coordinator for Jamestown Community College’s college-in-prison program at Collins Correctional Facility, in SUNY’s “Perspectives on Higher Education in Prison.” suny.edu/impact/educati…

In partnership with Hudson Link, SUNY Ulster, and Mount Saint Mary College, 12 students graduated with an Associate of Science from SUNY Ulster at Shawangunk Correctional. Also, 11 SUNY alumni earned their BA in Social Sciences from Mount Saint Mary. Congrats to our SUNY grads!

Exciting news! We're launching SUNY’s Educational Justice Fellowship! Open to formerly incarcerated college students - info Session on July 9th at 12 pm. To Register: suny-edu.zoom.us/meeting/regist… Applications are due July 19, 2024. Don’t miss out! #EducationalJusticeforAll #SUNY

July 1st marked one year since Pell Grant reinstatement. Thanks to Vera Institute of Justice for their report on national progress and the road ahead. With 750k+ eligible students, this change brings hope, despite the challenges. vera.org/downloads/publ…

📢 Join us tomorrow for a webinar on the SUNY OHEP Educational Justice Fellowship! 🌟 This program supports students in advancing educational access, equity, and justice. Apply by July 19, 2024! 🔗 Register: tinyurl.com/38mh6cu6 🔗 Apply: tinyurl.com/4kktam6h #HigherEd

Collins Correctional Facility commemorated nine full-time students and 10 part-time students from the Jamestown Community College Program for making the Dean’s List! Congratulations on your hard work and achievements!

This week SUNY - The State University of New York and NYS DOCCS attended ECS | Education Commission of the States’s convening for Community of Practice convening on State Policy Barriers for Students Impacted by the Justice System. We were proud to share our progress in NY and inspired to learn from our colleagues across the country!

🚀 Exciting Opportunity Alert! 🚀 The SUNY Office of Higher Education in Prison is hiring a Communications Assistant in Albany, NY! Support our mission to provide inclusive education for incarcerated individuals. Apply now: tinyurl.com/5n7fb79a #SUNY #highereducationinprison

We're thrilled to launch a project with CUNY ISLG and Public Policy Lab to enhance collaboration among stakeholders, supporting formerly incarcerated students in NYC pursuing higher education. Stay tuned for updates! #Reentry #HigherEducation #HEP #NYC

We are thrilled to share "Addressing Justice for Women" by The Fortune Society. This insightful report explores the unique challenges faced by women in the justice system and innovative solutions for reform. Join us in advocating for justice and equality! issuu.com/thefortunesoci…

📚 New SUNY HEP Blog Post by Daniele Sahr Discover how a dedicated NYC teacher supports her friend’s educational journey in prison, showcasing the power of education and unwavering support. It's a truly inspiring read!🔗suny.edu/impact/educati… #Justice #Education #inspirational

Peer researcher onboarding complete! 🎉 Row and Norberto are joining our HERR team working to streamline pathways for reentry into college for those released from prison. With lived expertise of the prison-to-college transition, they'll be invaluable contributors to the team!

Inspiring experience this past week speaking at the SUNY - The State University of New York Adirondack Community College (SUNY Adirondack) graduation at the Washington Correctional Facility. Such a testament to the transformative power of education. #SecondChancePell

Twitter: 🚨 We're Hiring! 🚨 Join SUNY's mission to expand education for all. We're looking for a Program Manager to lead our Higher Education in Prison initiatives. Ready to make an impact? Apply now! Apply Now! bit.ly/3zfT64h #EducationForAll #SUNY #PrisonEducation