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  3. From prison to PhD student, Johnny Smith's path to Harvard highlighted in GSAS Bulletin

From prison to PhD student, Johnny Smith's path to Harvard highlighted in GSAS Bulletin

November 21, 2025

Surviving San Quentin: Johnny Smith studies the impact that higher education can have on formerly incarcerated people like him, so that others can hold onto their freedom and lead full, productive lives.

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