Juliana Mehrer

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

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

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

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

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 […]