A guard discovered Curtis Roberts at count time, working on a bed sheet. He was alone, feeling down, having watched yet another friend go home. The guards are required to count the inmates and confirm they are in their cells and alive. “I sat alone, depression beginning to take its toll,” Roberts remembers. “I began playing around with the idea of killing myself because there’s just no way I can do 50 years.” He was referring to his sentence of 50 years to life —for a robbery in which he got $40. He sat in his cell trying to figure out … [Read more...] about SUICIDE WATCH
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PRISON TO EMPLOYMENT CONNECTION (PEC)
Prison to Employment Connection (PEC) is one of the most valuable programs at San Quentin for men looking to the future. Twenty-two inmates graduated from the program’s seventh session in May. The week before graduation, the men did face-to-face interviews with employers looking to hire qualified formerly incarcerated citizens. More than 40 participants enrolled in the program in February to learn interview skills, résumé writing and other forms of communication. In doing so, they were able to determine what career path was right for them … [Read more...] about PRISON TO EMPLOYMENT CONNECTION (PEC)
San Quentin News Launches Wall City Magazine
San Quentin, California – May 21, 2018 – The premiere issue of Wall City, a magazine that reflects the curiosity, intellect, dedication and professionalism of the men working as journalists inside San Quentin, will be released on May 29, the editors of San Quentin News announced. Copies of Wall City will be distributed to the libraries and administrators of every California prison. Members of the public can access a free digital version or order print copies via MagCloud . A link will be published at sanquentinnews.com for easy access. … [Read more...] about San Quentin News Launches Wall City Magazine