Rebecca Stokem
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 higher education, academic support and correctional education, with experience supporting faculty, students and prison education programs. I am passionate about providing […]
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.
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 […]