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Center for Correctional Solutions Scholarship

 

The Center for Correctional Solutions Scholarship supports the Center’s mission to enhance the lives of people who live and work in our correctional system. 

Funds in support for this scholarship were primarily obtained through the Center’s {Ink}arcerated art show, where incarcerated artists donate their time and talent to produce artwork that is purchased by members of the community. Their efforts can now aid in the growth and learning of others. The establishment of this scholarship represents the Center’s commitment to promote student success through transformative learning experiences. Preference shall be given to applicants who are incarcerated, formerly incarcerated, working in corrections, or previously worked in corrections, and their family members. 


Past Recipients

Catherine Rodriguez

Master of Science in Nursing

2025 Recipient

“The future I envision for myself is deeply rooted in service, advocacy, and innovation within the correctional healthcare system. With an MSN from ASU, I plan to develop and implement programs that address the unique healthcare needs of incarcerated youth. My experience working in a juvenile correctional facility has shown me that health education and access to care can significantly impact the choices these young individuals make, both during their incarceration and after their release.”

Alexa Negron

Bachelor of Science in Communication

2025 Recipient

“Pursuing a communications degree is a crucial step toward my goal of working in or among the prison system, where I hope to make a meaningful impact as a secretary or through roles in social work and criminal justice. My ultimate ambition is to use my skills to amplify the voices of those impacted by the justice system and advocate for reforms that promote fairness and humanity.”

Keith Percy

Bachelor of Science in Nursing

2025 Recipient

“The future I envision is one where I use my own story of redemption and transformation to enhance the lives of people who live and work in the correctional system. Having personally experienced the consequences of my mistakes, I understand the hopelessness, stigma, and challenges faced by those trying to rebuild their lives. I also know that change is possible—I have lived it. My future as a nurse, mentor, and advocate will be dedicated to proving that no one is beyond redemption and that people deserve the opportunity to reclaim their lives with dignity and purpose.”
 

Isys Morrow

Bachelor of Arts in English

2024 Recipient

"My future career of becoming a lawyer would enhance the lives of people because I think that I add a unique experience of coming from a poor family (on both sides) who unfortunately had to do certain things to survive.  My mission to become a lawyer is directed impacted by not having my father in my life at a young age and I want to help those like him and others in my family and community."

For more information on the scholarship, please read here