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FIRST DEGREE2015, USA, Director and Producer: Roger Weisberg; 25 min.Infamous as the birthplace for the saying “being sent up the river,” Sing Sing prison is now home to Hudson Link, an innovative “college behind bars.” The film, First Degree follows three students as they pursue degrees, mentor at-risk youth, and prepare for life on the outside. In the process, the film offers compelling evidence of the redemptive power of education.


One Last Look at 2025:

97 Students Graduated
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Partnered with SUNY New Paltz
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Over 600+ Students Enrolled
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60+ Students in Finish Line Program
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15 New Beginnings Residents Served
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7 Alumni Gatherings Held
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Advocacy Days + Westchester Rally
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Alumni Fellows in Berlin, Germany
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Alumni at The State of the Judiciary
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BEYOND Documentary World Premiere
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Mutual of America Awards Hudson Link
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Bruce B. Goes to Kenya (Spotlight)
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As we close this chapter and look towards the future, remember: every time you contribute to Hudson Link, you're affirming that people can change when given the tools and opportunity to do so. Your unwavering belief translates directly into college programs that change lives. Together, we can continue to create lasting change through education.

Thank you for believing in the potential of every person, friend. Let's make 2026 a year to remember.

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