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.
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.
November/December 2023
(Vol 3., No. 11/12)
Inside-Out's long-anticipated 25th Anniversary event took place in Philadelphia this November! In this newsletter edition, we incorporated stories from November and December. Additional articles shared include Trained Instructor Shaul Cohen receiving the Human Rights Award from the Oxford Consortium for Human Rights, Training Coach Kenneth Butler working to expand the Reintegration Academy to Uganda as part of his Fulbright, and stories from Inside-Out Programs across the globe!
Click here for the November/December 2023 edition of the Inside-Out newsletter.
October 2023
(Vol 3., No. 10)
In this edition of our newsletter, we announce an extended deadline for our 25th+ anniversary - don't forget to register! This edition includes a heartfelt tribute to Marco (Mu) Maldonado, known by many in the Inside-Out community for his participation in the Think Tank at Graterford and the majority, if not all, of the trainings that were held in the Philadelphia area. A final addition includes an article by Shawn McWeeney and Nadia K. Raza discussing the Prison-to-School Pipeline.
Click here for the October 2023 edition of the Inside-Out newsletter.
September 2023
(Vol 3., No. 9)
Our September 2023 update includes an article remembering JoAnne Epps, Temple's 13th President, reminders about Inside-Out's upcoming 25th Anniversary event, a Temple Now article naming Inside-Out as one of 11 key violence reduction initiatives at Temple University, and the announcement of our 2024 Training Dates as well as information on how to apply and get the word out.
Click here for the September 2023 edition of the Inside-Out newsletter.
August 2023
(Vol 3., No. 8)
This edition of our newsletter features two reflections by Inside-Out Training Coaches Tore Price and Daniel Bullman, an article on the Australian Inside-Out Prison Exchange Program's implementation of Inside-Out during the COVID-19 pandemic, and announcement of an award celebrating the partnership between the Roanoke County Sheriff’s Office and Roanoke College to provide the Inside-Out Prison Exchange program in their region.
Click here for the August 2023 edition of the Inside-Out newsletter.
July 2023
(Vol 3., No. 7)
This edition of the Inside-Out Newsletter includes an announcement about Inside-Out's 25th Anniversary event to be held in Philadelphia in November 2023 - Save the Date! Additionally, we share a moving piece about the impact of current Inside-Out trainings by Liam Kruchten, an Inside-Out training assistant. Multiple Inside-Out programs across the country are highlighted in featured articles including University of Pittsburgh, Quinnipiac University, New York Medical College, University of Oregon, Wheaton College, and University of Omaha. Also mentioned is Trained Instructor Marietta Martinovic from Beyond the Stone Walls Advisory Collective who recently was awarded a certificate of recognition for improving correctional culture by Corrections Malaysia.
Click here for the July 2023 edition of the Inside-Out newsletter.
June 2023
(Vol 3., No. 7)
In this edition of our newsletter, read Allie's Message - A message from a member of the first inaugural Inside-Out Prison Exchange Course at John Carroll University with Trained Instructor Richard Clark. We also highlight the launch of a new three-pronged model class in a piece written by Inside-Out Intern Lindsey McAnany. Inside-Out programs from University of Michigan-Dearborn, New York Medical College, and Indiana University are featured in independent articles.
Click here for the June 2023 edition of the Inside-Out newsletter.
May 2023
(Vol 3., No. 5)
This edition of the Inside-Out newsletter highlights California Lutheran University's 2023 COAS Dean Speaker Series featuring Lori Pompa, Inside-Out's founder and executive director. Additionally, California Lutheran University shares a tribute to student Justin Osuna, who recently passed away but was beloved by the class. Also featured are inspiring stories from class closings around the United States!
Click here for the May 2023 edition of the Inside-Out newsletter.
April 2023
(Vol 3., No. 4)
In this edition of our newsletter, we share about Vancouver Island University's Inside-Out course, a Pittsburgh Inside-Out program facilitated by Norm Conti at Duquesne University receiving a $150,000 federal grant, and an Inside-Out Program at Arizona State University. Additionally, the runners-up for the Educational Review Article of the Year Award included a piece co-authored by Inside-Out Trained Instructors Kate O'Brien, Hannah King, and Josie Phillips of Durham University along with their students.
Click here for the April 2023 edition of the Inside-Out newsletter.
March 2023
(Vol 3., No. 3)
In this edition of the Inside-Out Newsletter, we highlight our upcoming training dates while sharing some of the top stories from Inside-Out this month. Renee Heberle discusses "Glass House", the magazine published by People for Change, an alumni think tank of the University of Toledo. A new podcast episode spotlights Vancouver Island University's Inside-Out Program with students Chris Lamoureux and Thea Karmazynski. An academic paper co-written by Cassandra Philippon, Kevin A. Wright, Cody W. Telep, and Olivia P. Shaw discusses the life-changing potential of Inside-Out Programs across the globe. Christina Rivers of DePaul University shares the ways the Inside-Out Program facilitates a powerful experience for her students. The Beyond the Stonewalls Advisory Collective (BSWAC), a community-based think tank in Australia, continues to work with Corrections Victoria and other stakeholders to improve policies and practices by establishing common ground resulting in valuable and effective change. An Inside-Out course developed in collaboration between the Penn State Bellisario College of Communications and the Restorative Justice Initiative, led by Shaheen Pasha, engages in discussions on the intersections of journalism and the justice system from inside the jail walls. Check out this issue to read even more inspiring stories!
Click here for the March 2023 edition of the Inside-Out newsletter.
February 2023
(Vol 3., No. 2)
This edition of our newsletter features 'Justice is as Justice Does' - a piece written by Inside-Out training coach Joe Schwartz discussing how a group of nine formerly-incarcerated men and women met with 12 prosecutors from the Philadelphia District Attorney’s Office for two hours to enter into a dialogue about issues of crime and justice. Additionally, we have another piece titled 'Traveling Transformations' written by Andrea Zittlau, Brenda Kucirka, and Jayne Thompson discussing creative workshops run in partnership with SCI Waymart in Pennsylvania. Other highlights include an Inside-Out closing ceremony for the UNT Inside-Out Prison Exchange Program organized by Haley Zettler, the Inside-Out Prison Exchange Program at Boston College and the newly-launched College Pathways Program led by Matt DelSesto, and much more!
Click here for the February 2023 edition of the Inside-Out newsletter.
January 2023
(Vol 3., No. 1)
In the first edition of our 2023 newsletter, we highlight the Arizona State University Inside-Out Prison Exchange Program's recent presidential award. Additionally, we share articles where University of Illinois-Chicago Dean of Libraries Rhea Ballard-Thrower discusses bringing the program to UIC Law, and Gwynedd Mercy University’s Patrick McGrain and his students share their experience in the class. Other articles mention Roanoke College’s yoga meditation during a Dec. 1 graduation celebration for a course led by Melanie Trexler and Jamie Chapman's appointment as director of the All-College Honors Program at Westminster College.
Click here for the January 2023 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.
