In achieving a higher education while incarcerated, social skills are obtained, enhancing self-worth that can reduce recidivism rates. A higher … [Read more...]
Leonard “Funky Lynn” Walker, inspired SQ musician, passes
Residents of the San Quentin Rehabilitation Center’s community share their memories in the passing of an inspired bassist, who made friends through … [Read more...]
Incarcerated journalists show truth behind bars
Incarcerated Journalism is a much needed tool inside correctional facilities, to rewrite the narrative, and served the uninformed communities. The … [Read more...]
Resident aims for living amends
A San Quentin resident is finding redemption through truth, courage, and service to his community. Dennis Jefferson, 53, pled guilty to taking the … [Read more...]
Fentanyl overdoses show effects
Illicit opioid use causes life changing effects to society and incarcerates people by way of crime, addiction, and death. Fentanyl is a very … [Read more...]
Congratulations to the graduating class of 2024
The Robert E. Burton Adult Education Adult School at San Quentin Rehabilitation Center held a commencement ceremony for the 2024 graduating … [Read more...]
SQ residents celebrate friend, mentor Bernard Moss
Incarcerated people at San Quentin Rehabilitation Center, as well as self-help volunteers, reflected on the loss of a unique, caring … [Read more...]
Defy Ventures offers training in entrepreneurship while serving time
San Quentin’s Mount Tamalpais College sponsored an entrepreneurship workshop, with aspirations of bringing a curriculum to the prison. The Defy … [Read more...]
San Quentin celebrates Juneteenth
San Quentin residents observed Juneteenth with a skill and strength competition, including music, spoken word, and encouraging speeches. The … [Read more...]
Multi-talented resident youth inspires
Rap artist looks to make good on his talents once released from prison Tierney “TJ” Shellmyer Jr., 26, has been incarcerated since 2023; he was … [Read more...]
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