ALEXANDRIA, Va. – U.S. Secretary of Education Arne Duncan and U.S. Attorney General Eric Holder today announced a Correctional Education Guidance Package aimed at … More
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Math in Prison: It’s all about Time
“The world of mathematics exists in an eternal present, a state in which neither the past nor the future have … More
TTEF Founders Third, and Final, Post-Prison Law Degree
What an amazing year to be part of the Class of 2014. In Seattle, Shon Hopwood graduated from the University … More
A Scholar’s Update From Inside
As TTEF’s second scholarship application window comes to a close, we are privileged to share an update from one of … More
TTEF Encourages Others to Follow Gov. Cuomo’s Lead on Higher Ed
The state of New York has recently taken a significant step to improve public safety and build strong communities by … More
TTEF in 2013: What a Year!
The year in review… TTEF entered 2013 still working out the process of granting college scholarships. With little more than … More
On Finishing Law School for the Education- Not the Law License
With only a few more months of law school, it is time to contemplate what to do next. I know … More
TTEF Makes Its First Two Scholarship Awards!!
After less than one year in existence, the Transcending Through Education Foundation (TTEF) is excited to announce their first pair … More
Foundation for Prison Scholarships Announces New Board Members
We are moving into the final stages of our inaugural scholarship cycle and excited that all of our work is … More
Young Man Released From Prison Facing “Backlash” of Pursuing Education
The recent controversy surrounding a young man pursuing his education at the University of Rhode Island raises several societal issues. … More