Presenter(s)

Thomas Gillespie

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9:00-10:15, Kennedy Union Ballroom

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Description

This study explores whether participating in prison education programs affects inmate behavior, particularly regarding disciplinary infractions. Using data from the Survey of Prison Inmates, 2016, collected by the Bureau of Justice Statistics, this research examines whether inmates who enroll in educational programs are less likely to receive infractions compared to those who do not. The study applies logistic regression analysis to assess this relationship while accounting for factors such as mental health history, prior education, job training participation, offense type, race, and prior incarcerations. The dependent variable, institutional infractions, is treated as a binary measure, distinguishing between inmates with no infractions and those with at least one. By analyzing these variables, this research aims to provide insight into how education influences inmate behavior and whether expanding educational access could be an effective rehabilitation strategy. The findings will contribute to ongoing discussions about prison reform and improving inmate outcomes through educational opportunities.

Publication Date

4-23-2025

Project Designation

Capstone Project

Primary Advisor

Mark A. Morgan

Primary Advisor's Department

Criminal Justice and Security Studies

Keywords

Stander Symposium, College of Arts and Sciences

The Impact of Prison Education Programs on Inmate Behavior

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