“Using the Language of Christian Love and Charity”: What Liberal Religion Offers Higher Education in Prison

This article explores what religious frameworks and institutions have to contribute to college-in-prison. We first provide an historical overview of higher education programs in American prisons. Then, we limn the role religion can play in motivating people to commit themselves to educating incarcer...

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Bibliographic Details
Main Authors: Charles Atkins, Joshua Dubler, Vincent Lloyd, Mel Webb
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2019-03-01
Series:Religions
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Online Access:http://www.mdpi.com/2077-1444/10/3/169