What Pr*son Taught Me About Civic Life

Schedule

Tue Mar 03 2026 at 12:00 pm to 01:00 pm

UTC-05:00

Location

Rabb Room, Barnum Hall | Medford, MA

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Learn how Melanie MacFarlane got involved with the Tufts Pr*son Initiative and how Pr*son challenges us to rethink civic participation.
About this Event

Prisons are not apart from civic life—they are a powerful expression of it. Hear from Melanie MacFarlane from Tufts University Pr*son Initiative of Tisch College (TUPIT) as she shares her experience mentoring a college student earning his Tufts degree while incarcerated. Attendees will also learn about how they can get involved with TUPIT mentorship opportunities and more.

All are welcome and lunch will be provided. Please register for in-person attendance by purchasing a free ticket. If you plan to attend remotely, .


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Rabb Room, Barnum Hall, 163 Packard Ave, Medford, United States

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