Juliana Mehrer
Director Prison Education Project (PEP)
As the director of the Prison Education Project (PEP), I support degree-seeking, incarcerated students and prison staff in the Missouri Department of Corrections. Our team provides a rigorous liberal arts program and educational support for students to achieve their academic goals.
Raphael Freund
Program Coordinator
As Program Coordinator for the Prison Education Project (PEP) at WashU Continuing & Professional Studies (CAPS), I support program operations, coordinate DOC permissions, and assist faculty and students throughout each term. My background includes curriculum development and direct engagement with justice-impacted populations. I’m passionate about expanding access to education and creating pathways for every learner.
Chels Fabian
Site Administrator, Prison Education Project
As a Site Administrator for WashU’s Continuing & Professional Studies (CAPS) Prison Education Project (PEP), I design, implement, and evaluate academic programming at our prison campuses. This includes current student support and advising and coordination with our reentry services that support students post-release.
Denis Shine
Prison Education Project Reentry Advocate
As the Reentry Advocate for the Prison Education Project (PEP), I collaborate with students to help them achieve their goals after incarceration. This involves securing housing, supporting career growth, ensuring healthcare access and facilitating ongoing education through WashU Continuing & Professional Studies (CAPS). I also develop and conduct workshops, which equip individuals with essential life skills and work to build connections with community […]
Savannah Sowell
Site Administrator, Prison Education Project
As a Site Administrator for WashU’s Continuing & Professional Studies (CAPS) Prison Education Project (PEP), I execute administrative policies and procedures, develop programming, provide faculty and student support and oversee finances and grant management. In addition to administrative duties, I am a first point of contact for students, faculty and staff seeking to connect with […]