Transform Your Future: ASUN's Prison Education Program
At Arkansas State University-Newport (ASUN), we believe in the power of education to transform lives, regardless of the walls that surround you. Our Prison Education program brings quality courses to the Grimes and McPherson Units in Newport, Arkansas, making us one of the 63 trailblazing colleges across 26 states participating in the Second-Chance Pell initiative. This program provides need-based Pell Grants to incarcerated individuals in state or federal prisons, offering them a shot at a brighter future.
Why does this matter? Well, it's not just about earning a certificate or degree—it's about creating opportunities for a fresh start. Education is proven to reduce recidivism rates, increase employability, and even enhance safety within correctional facilities. Now, that’s what we call a win-win!
