Blog Tag: JSTOR Labs

Vy Thang’s reflection on education challenges idealized notions of utopia shaped by historical trauma and incarceration. His story illustrates how liberal arts learning becomes a powerful act of self-discovery, resistance, and community building.

This is JSTOR’s third year of publishing essays, poetry, and artwork from people impacted by incarceration. These stories are as diverse as America itself, yet the humanity explored by these writers remind us of the dreams, aspirations, and connectedness we all share.

Discover the evolution of JSTOR’s Text Analyzer, a groundbreaking tool retired in 2024, and explore how new innovations like Constellate and JSTOR's interactive research tool continue to support researchers with advanced technologies and AI-powered solutions.

At JSTOR, our mission is to improve access to knowledge and education for people around the world. We're excited to share several new initiatives leveraging cutting-edge technology to make scholarly materials more accessible, interactive, and engaging for our users. Here's a detailed look at the latest advancements we recently shared at ALA 2024 in San Diego.

Discover a summary of the "Second Chance Mentality: First Chance Reality" series by JSTOR Access in Prison, which amplifies the voices of individuals with incarceration histories.

Explore Phillip Vance Smith II's journey through the carceral system, shedding light on the impact of mandatory minimum sentencing and the challenges faced upon reentry into society.

Discover one woman's inspiring journey from prison to college graduation, highlighting the impact of mentorship and the challenges faced by individuals with convictions on-campus.

Striving to overcome a challenging past, Elisha shares her journey from a jail cell to pursuing a dream of becoming a pilot. Embracing hope and resilience, this story sheds light on the transformative power of second chances.

Struggles of reintegration post-incarceration are examined through personal experiences in this essay, highlighting challenges in navigating systemic barriers, including conflicts faced in a work release program. An individual shares insights on leveraging prison education amidst the complexities of reentry.

I was faced with a choice early on with my incarceration: allow violence dominance over my life, giving prejudice exactly what it wanted, or change, showing that violent offenders are more than lost causes. I chose the latter, and education would be my cure to cleanse me of this leprosy.