Expression of Interest Form

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The Student Success Initiative Program (SSIP) supports students from the start of their higher education journey to graduation. Student Success Coaches guide individuals with high school or equivalency diplomas through the college, certificate, or trade program application processes, including documentation and financial aid navigation. By connecting students to the Institute and/or their campus support services and fostering a community culture for justice-impacted students in higher education, SSIP promotes strong retention and graduation outcomes.

The program's three core pillars—academic Counseling, Peer Mentoring, and Community Support—empower formerly incarcerated students to thrive as learners and leaders. Additionally, SSIP offers a non-credit College Exploration (CE) course. This structured 12-week virtual course provides foundational information to help students make informed decisions about college enrollment and plan their academic journey.

For more information, please contact Jordan Guillen at joperry@jjay.cuny.edu and complete the expression of interest form below.

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If you are interested in other Institute programs as well, you will have the opportunity to enroll in them after completing your initial onboarding. Therefore, you only need to submit this form once. Please confirm below:

The Navigator Certificate in Human Services and Community Justice is a 17-week college-level professional development course for people with lived experience in the criminal legal system who want to pursue or advance their career in human services. Led by experts, it offers 100+ hours of instruction and 15 hours of hands-on experience and grants a valuable certificate from the John Jay Institute for Justice and Opportunity. Graduates may earn up to 6 academic credits at select CUNY institutions, enhancing skills and career prospects— all funded by the NYC Mayor's Office of Criminal Justice.

If you are interested in applying for the Spring 2025 Navigator cohort, please click here to access the application - you do not need to complete this form.

For more information, please contact Cam Cassar at ccassar@jjay.cuny.edu and complete the expression of interest form below.

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Pathways to GED is a preparation course for adults and young adults with criminal legal system histories who want to earn their General Education Diploma (GED). The young adult Pathways to GED cohort is offered in-person during the day, Monday – Friday from 9:00a to 2:00p, in partnership with the NYC Department of Education's District 79, specifically targeting young adults ages 18 to 21. The adult Pathways to GED cohort for adults ages 21 and older is offered in the evenings from 6:00p to 8:00p, Tuesday through Thursday. Pathways to GED provides individualized student success plans, leadership and advocacy skills, and hands-on, relatable instructors in a cohort-based learning community. Self-paced online assessments to help gauge readiness for the GED Exam. Students also receive access to one-on-one career coaching to assess their skills and interests and assistance with determining what higher education or career route to take to prepare for post-graduation.

For more information, please contact Jordan Guillen at joperry@jjay.cuny.edu and complete the expression of interest form below.

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Tech 101-201 offers technology training and support to assist individuals impacted by the criminal legal system in navigating fundamental technology concepts. The program aims to equip participants with essential skills for success in the job market and higher education. By utilizing the NorthStar digital literacy assessment and personalized one-on-one support, Tech 101-201 helps reduce barriers and insecurities associated with reentry into society. The curriculum covers computer basics, hardware, job applications, internet navigation, introduction to Artificial Intelligence (AI), and other critical tech skills. Tech 101-201 is a valuable resource for enrolled students and a pathway to success in their educational and employment pursuits. See more information below:

Tech 101: Build a strong foundation in technology. Discover the fundamentals of computers, internet navigation, email management with Microsoft Outlook, document creation with Microsoft Word, converting paper to digital with Adobe Scanner, and get a glimpse into the exciting possibilities of artificial intelligence.

Tech 201: Take your digital skills to the next level! Dive deeper into the features of Microsoft Outlook for efficient communication, organize data with Microsoft Excel, create engaging presentations using Google Slides, and unlock creative possibilities by brainstorming with artificial intelligence.

One-on-One Tech Tutoring: Online personalized classes that cover the essentials of what is included in Tech 101 and 201.

If you have any questions, feel free to reach out to Javier Irizarry at jairizarry@jjay.cuny.edu

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The Tow Fellowship prepares graduate students for social justice, policy advocacy, and philanthropy careers. Tow Fellows receive financial support, including stipends and tuition assistance. The program places students in advocacy organizations and blends academic learning with hands-on experience, benefiting fellows and partner agencies. Fellows are also provided with professional development opportunities throughout the academic year to enhance connections in the field and be prepared for the various intricacies of working in the policy sphere.

If you have any questions, feel free to reach out to our Senior Coordinator of Experiential Learning, Langston Blackwell III, at lblackwelliii@jjay.cuny.edu

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If you are interested in other Institute programs as well, you will have the opportunity to enroll in them after completing your initial onboarding. Therefore, you only need to submit this form once. Please confirm below:

In addition to your selected program, please select any other Institute programs you might be interested in pursuing later on from the options below:

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