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TCF - Washburn students achieve historic and remarkable achievements
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by
David Thompson
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published
Dec 31, 2020
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Jan 29, 2026 07:26 AM
Students enrolled in Washburn University programs at the Topeka Correctional Facility are making historic and remarkable achievements!
• 91 students were enrolled in associate and bachelor’s degree programs this past fall.
• 54 of those students qualified for academic honors.
• This means 59% of the TCF student body earned a place on either the President’s List (4.0 GPA) or the Dean’s List (3.4-3.99 GPA). 🎉
Four students became the first to have graduated with their bachelor's degree at TCF!
This level of academic success is a testament to their perseverance and the support provided by the staff at TCF. Our congratulations to them on their outstanding performance and to the staff and administrators that helped make it possible.
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TCF / Washburn Honor Roll Spring 2023
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by
David Thompson
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published
May 27, 2023
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last modified
Feb 20, 2024 01:32 PM
KDOC is proud to share the achievements of some of the Washburn University students at Topeka Correctional Facility from the semester just closed up in May. These students have continued to overcome difficult barriers and achieve scholarly excellence. Two of the students on the President’s List successfully achieved the grade point requirement of a 4.0 to stay on the President’s List their entire Associates Degree journey. Our congratulations to all the ladies!
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2023 Archives
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TCF KSU Pen Pals 12-24-2025
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by
David Thompson
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Dec 24, 2025
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last modified
Dec 24, 2025 04:06 PM
One of the most powerful programs at the Topeka Correctional Facility is having students at Kansas State University correspond with some of the residents as part of a Pen Pal program. It’s part of a curriculum designed by K-State and TCF administrators. The highlight of the program is a day when the Pen Pals can sit face-to-face during a voluntary visit by the students and professor. We were there to capture their most recent visit.
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TCF Offsite Visits - Kansas Childrens Discovery Center
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by
David Thompson
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Nov 15, 2023
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Feb 20, 2024 01:10 PM
19 residents of Topeka Correctional Facility recently enjoyed an offsite visit with their children or grandchildren at the Kansas Childrens Discovery Center in Topeka. The Center is an educational playground for all aged children. TCF has partnered with KCDC as they host these offsite visits 6 times a year for minimum custody level residents who also must pass a Parenting Class.
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TCF-Church Ladies Basketball 2026
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David Thompson
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May 23, 2026
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last modified
Jun 10, 2026 10:36 AM
For more than 25 years, a hodgepodge group of Christian women have looked at the Topeka Correctional Facility as part of their mission field.
And for -8- weeks during the winter, they would come into the prison, hold a short devotional, then play a basketball game against the ladies of TCF. But it's more than just a game, it's hope in action
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Topeka Correctional Facility (TCF) Graduations 2026
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David Thompson
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Jun 23, 2026
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Jun 23, 2026 11:45 AM
🎓 CELEBRATING SUCCESS AT TCF! 🎓
On Friday, May 22, KDOC celebrated the incredible achievements of 81 students at the Topeka Correctional Facility (TCF). Through our partnership with Smoky Hill Education Service Center, Washburn Tech, and Washburn University, these graduates showed true dedication.
Here is what they accomplished:14 High School Diplomas 📜24 Industrial Production Tech Certificates 🛠️9 Business Technology Certificates 💻24 Associate of Liberal Studies Degrees 🎓10 Bachelor of Integrated Studies Degrees 🌟
Historic Milestones: First ever Bachelor’s degrees completed while incarcerated at TCF.31 out of 34 Washburn University students earned academic honors. Amber Bright graduated Magna Cum Laude (GPA 3.70–3.90).Roxanne Dickerman graduated Summa Cum Laude (4.00 GPA) and was a Sibberson Award finalist!
7 Washburn Tech students inducted into the National Technical Honor Society.
Thank you to the instructors, staff, and community partners who support Kansas Department of Corrections educational programs. Your support changes lives!
#EducationMatters #SecondChances #Commencement2026 #HigherEdInPrison #TopekaCorrectionalFacility #KDOC
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Uncle Bully Visits KJCC
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by
David Thompson
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Jun 26, 2024
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last modified
Jun 27, 2024 10:15 AM
Film producers from Hawaii recently unveiled their latest award-winning documentary, "Uncle Bully's Surf Skool" at the Kansas Juvenile Correctional Complex. The film was about surfing instructor, Uncle Bully, who taught homeless children how to surf during COVID. It is a documentary that looks to inspire others to help or become a mentor wherever they can in an effort to build community.
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Unsung Heroe of KDOC - Maintenance - Digest version
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by
David Thompson
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Feb 07, 2023
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last modified
Feb 20, 2024 02:42 PM
There are eight adult facilities and one juvenile facility that are maintained 24/7 by Unsung Heroes of KDOC who keep equipment, plumbing, electrical, structural, and roads all in working order.
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Unsung Heroes - Admin Support - Short version
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by
David Thompson
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Feb 21, 2023
The Unsung Heroes of KDOC highlights the Administrative Support workers who most supervisors consider them as the 'backbone' of each facility. If interested in a rewarding career, please check out our website. doc.ks.gov/employment
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Unsung Heroes of KDOC - Administrative Support
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by
David Thompson
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Feb 10, 2023
The Unsung Heroes of KDOC highlights the Administrative Support workers who most supervisors consider them as the 'backbone' of each facility.