Freedom Education Project Puget Sound

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🎓 On September 13, 2025, FEPPS celebrated our first “normal” AA graduation since 2019! Sixteen graduates completed their AA-DTA degrees, and the day was filled with inspiration, laughter, and hope for the future.
During the ceremony, Valedictorian Nina and co-Salutatorians Teri & Oso shared moving speeches, and we were thrilled to welcome back FEPPS co-founder Tonya Wilson for the keynote, sharing her journey and the power of education during and after incarceration.

Velvety blue robes dotted the gym and yard as graduates mingled, celebrated, and enjoyed the joy and energy of the day. As FEPPS staff Tatiana Baker reflected, “The ambiance of the graduation was one of accomplishment and hope.”
Here’s to our amazing Class of 2025—your perseverance, resilience, and success inspire us all! 🧡💙✨

Expressions of Liberation, Artwork made in Incarceration

This exhibition showcases artwork created by students in the ART 100: Introduction to Art course through the Freedom Education Project Puget Sound (FEPPS) at Washington Corrections Center for Women (WCCW). As an entry-level college course, ART 100 encourages creative exploration and critical thinking, providing students with an introduction to visual arts. For some, this class marks the first time they have ever created artwork, offering both a challenge and a new avenue for self-expression. The pieces displayed reflect individual expression, resilience, and the transformative power of education in prison. By bringing this work into public view, we honor the dedication of these students and recognize the importance of access to higher education for incarcerated individuals.

As a highly visible walk- and drive-by location, Pratt Fine Arts Center offers families of incarcerated students, friends, and the community an opportunity to engage with their artistic achievements. This exhibition not only celebrates the creativity of FEPPS students but also underscores the critical role of arts education in expanding opportunities and inspiring change.

Curated by Professor Megan Gottfried

Show Dates: 3/30/2025 - 6/14/2025