To keep our community updated on what's new, The Inside-Out Center has launched a newsletter to be circulated on the first of each month. The Inside-Out Newsletter serves to recap the previous month's events, share Inside-Out stories, and promote upcoming opportunities to get involved.
April/May 2025
(Vol 5., No. 4-5)
Our April/May edition covers a variety of pieces, including a review of the play Rift or White Lies by Inside-Out Coach Joe Schwartz, a paper by Inside-Out Instructors Xavier Perez and Coray Ames Hoffner that examines The Inside-Out Prison Exchange Program’s pedagogy as a praxis for transformative learning and social change, insight into Inside-Out Instructor Werner Zorman's class at Harvey Mudd College, two student spotlights highlighting Rebekah Reyes from University of Idaho and Grace Leard from Muhlenberg College, a reflection from Muhlenburg College student Adam Petyo, a recorded presentation by Reiko Hillyer from Lewis and Clark College, and more.
Click here for the April/May 2025 edition of the Inside-Out newsletter.
March 2025
(Vol 5., No. 3)
This edition of the newsletter includes classes at the University of Pittsburgh with Inside-Out Instructor Shalini Puri, a DePaul University class with Inside-Out Instructor Jen Kouba, a new study by Inside-Out Instructor J.Z. Bennett published in Criminology, a final report from Inside-Out Coach Kenny Butler from his 2024 fellowship with the Samuel Centre for Social Connectedness, and more.
Click here for the March 2025 edition of the Inside-Out newsletter.
February 2025
(Vol 5., No. 2)
The February 2025 newsletter highlights several impactful stories, including multiple different upcoming Zoom sessions, findings from qualitative research on the impact of Inside-Out Coach experiences, and insights into classes and programs across the country. Article highlights include University of Delaware Inside-Out Instructor Tanya Whittle's class “Drugs in the Criminal Justice System” , Pace University and Dyson College of Arts and Sciences' program with Kimberly Collica-Cox that brings dogs into the classroom for the class "Crime and Public Policy", and the partnership between Saint Joseph’s University Libraries Book Club and the Inside-Out Prison Exchange Program.
Click here for the February 2025 edition of the Inside-Out newsletter.
January 2025
(Vol 5., No. 1)
In this edition of the Inside-Out newsletter, we kick off the new year with a huge selection of stories to share! Marietta Martinovic, an Inside-Out Instructor in Australia, received the Medal of the Order of Australia for her dedication to breaking cycles of incarceration through her Inside-Out program at the Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology. Michelle Malkin from East Carolina University partnered with Greene Correctional Institution to offer a course on criminal justice, fostering mutual understanding. Additionally, Duquesne University's Inside-Out students explored justice through a seminar on Shakespeare’s "Hamlet." Inside-Out instructor Kevin Wright of Arizona State University co-authored a book with incarcerated individuals, shedding light on the benefits of healing for the incarcerated. Zachary Manuz credited the Arizona State University's Inside-Out program with his successful reintegration into society. These stories highlight the impactful and transformative work being done by members of the Inside-Out community at universities and institutions across the world.
Click here for the January 2025 edition of the Inside-Out newsletter.
December 2024
(Vol 4., No. 12)
The Inside-Out monthly newsletter for December 2024 showcases the remarkable achievements and initiatives within the Inside-Out community. John Pace, a dedicated staff member, shares his journey as a Represent Justice Ambassador and the creation of the documentary "Disrupted: Injustice, Trauma & Healing," shining a light on systemic inequality and its connection to mass incarceration. Ann Schwartzman, the Coordinator of Local Networking and Support at The Inside-Out Center, provides an insightful account of attending four Class Closings at various universities, highlighting the transformative impact of the Inside-Out approach on both inside and outside students. Ladji Ruffin, a formerly incarcerated student, has been instrumental in supporting others' reintegration and runs a successful braille transcription business, demonstrating the power of second chances and community support. Additionally, the newsletter features stories of impactful Inside-Out courses at institutions such as Penn State Brandywine and Kwantlen Polytechnic University, as well as an opportunity for justice-involved individuals to participate in an online Inside-Out course with Arcadia University.
Click here for the December 2024 edition of the Inside-Out newsletter.
November 2024
(Vol 4., No. 11)
The November 2024 newsletter from Inside-Out spotlights a recent ribbon cutting at CC-DOC showcasing the power of an Inside-Out class using mathematics as a tool for personal growth and social change. Mindy Kalchman leads the class and will host a December Zoom session titled “Doing Math With Agency: Personal Growth and Social Change.” Additionally, we share a YouTube link to our most recent Zoom session with Inside-Out coaches Kenny Butler and Joe Schwartz presenting research findings from their fellowship with the Samuel Centre for Social Connectedness, a podcast featuring John Pace with a sneak peek into his upcoming documentary "Disrupted", and a report from Ann Schwartzman about The Pennsylvania Consortium of Higher Education in Prison (PA CHEP) and their Annual Meeting at Penn College in Williamsport.
Click here for the November 2024 edition of the Inside-Out newsletter.
October 2024
(Vol 4., No. 10)
The October 2024 edition of the newsletter highlights Marquette University's recent visit to Pitzer College in California, exploring the potential development of a Bachelor of Arts pathway program based on Inside-Out's pedagogy. Additionally, the newsletter features reflections on two recent Zoom conversations with Inside-Out instructors Reiko Hillyer and James Forman Jr., an upcoming Zoom session titled "Eye of the Storm" with Inside-Out Instructor Julia Keleher, and insights from Inside-Out Instructor Michelle Lopez-Rios from he Theatre School at DePaul.
Click here for the October 2024 edition of the Inside-Out newsletter.
September 2024
(Vol 4., No. 9)
The September 2024 newsletter features upcoming Zoom conversations, including one with Reiko Hillyer of Lewis & Clark College. The newsletter also highlights opportunities for authors in the Inside-Out network to facilitate discussions about their books or individual Inside-Out programs. Additionally, the newsletter includes an article highlighting Inside-Out alumnus Michael Griggs overcoming adversity and guiding other formerly incarcerated students, and a piece on Inside-Out Instructor Felix Rosado teaching courses on restorative justice at Chestnut Hill College.
Click here for the September 2024 edition of the Inside-Out newsletter.
August 2024
(Vol 4., No. 8)
The August 2024 newsletter highlights various topics discussed in Zoom conversations over the summer and encourages participation in upcoming sessions for the Fall and Spring semesters. Other articles featured include a booklet produced by students in Cork Prison, a $1 million grant to expand Inside-Out initiatives aiding reentry and workforce preparedness, and an upcoming session at the 2024 ICPA Annual Conference by Kevin Wright.
Click here for the August 2024 edition of the Inside-Out newsletter.
July 2024
(Vol 4., No. 7)
This edition of the newsletter announces a discussion surrounding Creative Solutions to Holding Inside-Out Courses in County Jails with Tara Gilligan from Lafayette College and a college class hosted by Arcadia and Inside-Out on the topic of storytelling. Additionally, two of Inside-Out’s formerly incarcerated coaches / dialogue partners, Kenny Butler and Joe Schwartz, have been chosen to do a summer-long fellowship through a partnership between the Samuel Centre on Social Connectedness and The Inside-Out Center. Other stories include the Kintock Group celebrating the end of the spring semester with Temple University and Goshen College's course titled "Justice In Our Lives."
Click here for the July 2024 edition of the Inside-Out newsletter.
June 2024
(Vol 4., No. 6)
This newsletter features a list of upcoming Zoom events, a new book by trained instructor Reiko Hillyer from Lewis & Clark College in Oregon, Trained Instructor and Inside Out Training coach Felix Rosado joining the Chestnut Hill College community as an inspiring adjunct professor, an article on a reentry simulation in collaboration with Temple Health, Temple University, and the US Attorney’s Office, an Inside-Out Yearbook available for download from trained instructor Sarah Shannon at UGA, and more.
Click here for the June 2024 edition of the Inside-Out newsletter.
May 2024
(Vol 4., No. 5)
This edition of the newsletter highlights our upcoming Zoom session "Teaching Inside-Out Courses in Jails", a part of a Summer 2024 Series covering a wide variety of topics. Additionally, we share insights from our 2024 Spring classes across the globe. Other stories include Trained Instructor Tara Tripp's course on the theme of “Color Blind Justice/JustUS," a student reflection from an Inside-Out Course in Notre Dame, highlights from the {INK}arcerated Prison Art Show, and more.
Click here for the May 2024 edition of the Inside-Out newsletter.
April 2024
(Vol 4., No. 4)
April's edition of our newsletter shares an invitation to join a Zoom conversation to discuss measuring the impact of Inside-Out, a call to submit course information, announcements highlighting the achievements of interns, and articles about Inside-Out programs worldwide. There's also information on People for Change, a group of alumni from the University of Toledo Inside-Out program, and a link to their publication "Glass House".
Click here for the April 2024 edition of the Inside-Out newsletter.
March 2024
(Vol 4., No. 3)
The March newsletter includes updates about the upcoming summer trainings, including an important announcement about the change in the virtual training schedule to a condensed 5-day format. It also mentions new content on the Resource Community Website, such as syllabi and projects from virtual trainings, and encourages sharing additional educational resources with the Inside-Out community.
Click here for the March 2024 edition of the Inside-Out newsletter.
February 2024
(Vol 4., No. 2)
February's newsletter highlights our community's responses to their Inside-Out experience, showcasing the importance of fellowship, learning, and networking. Additionally, we share more 25th anniversary reflections, educational achievements of our students, advocacy for higher education access, and program updates within the Inside-Out network.
Click here for the February 2024 edition of the Inside-Out newsletter.
January 2024
(Vol 4., No. 1)
In the January 2024 edition of the Inside-Out newsletter, we share a heartfelt remembrance of the Inside-Out 25th+ anniversary along with a 25th+ Google feedback form. Additional stories include trained instructor Rhea Ballard Thrower beginning her one-year term as the Association of Research Libraries vice president/president-elect at University of Illinois Chicago, an Inside-Out program connecting students from Carnegie Mellon University and the State Correctional Institute (SCI) at Somerset, and an Inside-Out Program run by Haley Zettler at University of North Texas. In our training section, an important announcement is made, letting prospective trained instructors know that the virtual training is now 5 days instead of 6!
Click here for the January 2024 edition of the Inside-Out newsletter.
Earlier Newsletter Editions
The Inside-Out Center Newsletter was launched in March, 2021. All early editions have been archived. Click here for the Newsletter Archives page.
