About Us

The UNT Inside-Out Prison Exchange® course is an opportunity for a group of students from the University of North Texas and a group of residents from the Bridgeport Correctional Center to engage in literary conversations with each other. Students will read a variety of short stories that challenge new ways of thinking--about literature, ourselves, and the worlds we inhabit.

ENGL 3450: Short Story at Bridgeport

Inside Out ENGL 3450

  • The class is offered during each Spring Semester by the English Department and is limited to 15-18 UNT students per year.
  • Class is held once a week at the Bridgeport Correctional Center in Bridgeport, TX.

For information about the Inside-Out Program, contact: 

Adriane Bezusko
Senior Lecturer
Undergraduate Advisor
English
Contact Information
940-369-8538
114 Auditorium Bldg
Adriane Bezusko

Student Eligibility

  • Junior/Senior standing during the semester enrolled in the course. Open to all majors, with preference given to those with career plans working with system-impacted populations.
  • Good academic standing, with a recommended GPA of 3.0 or higher.
  • Completion of a course application (open 2-weeks prior to Fall registration).
  • Completion of an interview with the course instructor.
  • Must have transportation to the facility.
  • Ability to pass a background check, volunteer application, and volunteer training with the Texas Department of Criminal Justice no later than 60 days prior to the course start date.

How To Apply

The UNT Inside-Out Program Application is now closed. Please check back in October when the application reopens. If you have questions please contact Dr. Adriane Bezusko.