Student Work: prison education program

Criss Cross Episode Three: George Shulman
A conversation with scholar and political theorist George Shulman about his teaching at Gallatin, the history of the School, and the ways in which speech and political theory are forms of storytelling.

From Wallkill to Washington Square
In conjunction with the release of "Fire in the Lake," the third annual volume of creative writing from NYU's Prison Education Program, the editors answer questions from NYU Gallatin students.

Highlights From the Wallkill Journal Club
A selection of student work from the Prison Education Program

Big Tree in the Kitchen
“Ayo, Big Tree. What’s on the menu for tonight?” one onlooker asks. “Just some fish and macaroni with cheese,” Big Tree replies. “Nothing special.” The onlooker’s face is full of skepticism. Everybody knows that everything Big Tree cooks tastes special.

How I Escaped From Prison
"There was no chisel involved, no rope of bedsheets. But with the help of a willing accomplice, I found a way out."