Have You Heard #202 College Inside, College Outside
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Jul 31, 2025 Discover the inspiring stories of eight former prison inmates now thriving at Boston College. They share their unique journeys from incarceration to higher education, reflecting on the joy and challenges of their new freedom. Milestones like the first on-campus graduate highlight their triumphs, while discussions on philosophy emphasize critical thinking and the power of questioning. The transformative impact of liberal arts education shapes their identities and fosters resilience, proving that learning can flourish even in the most unlikely environments.
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Feeling at Home on Campus
- Christian Miranda and Nuruddin Alabi felt oddly at home transitioning from prison to college campus life.
- They noticed similarities in the flow of students despite the vastly different environments.
Graduation Experiences
- Nuruddin Alabi was the first on-campus student from the program to graduate with honors.
- Greg Saunders experienced a surreal full-on graduation ceremony inside the prison yard.
Liberal Arts Transformations
- The BC Prison Education Program focuses on liberal arts, including history, literature, and philosophy.
- Exposure to the liberal arts helps incarcerated students learn about the world and themselves more deeply.
