The Susan M. Hunter Scholarship, established in honor of the late Susan M. Hunter, Chief of the Prisons Division at the National Institute of Corrections for two decades, embodies her unwavering commitment to correctional ideals. This scholarship acknowledges the importance of correctional professionalism, gender parity, comprehensive programs, and specialized support for incarcerated women and individuals with mental health needs. A cornerstone of Susan's vision was the education and training of correctional staff. The scholarship not only reflects her educational ideals but also recognizes and supports recipients who share the goal of contributing to a more enlightened and improved society.
2023 Recipient Statistics: In the year 2023, the Susan M. Hunter Scholarship proudly welcomed 48 new recipients, adding to the legacy of individuals committed to advancing correctional ideals. Additionally, the scholarship continued to provide support to 46 returning recipients who have demonstrated their dedication to the principles Susan M. Hunter stood for.

Congratulations to all the 2023 recipients!

 Previously Awarded Scholarship Recipients
who were also awarded in 2023

Sana Ahmad
FBOP
2019, 2021, 2022, 2023

Joshua Argo
AL DOC
2020, 2021, 2023
 
Peyton Calvao
MA DOC
2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023

 Abigail Childress
VA DOC
2021, 2022, 2023

Jayden Clark
SD DOC
2021, 2022, 2023

McKayla Crayton
OH DOC
2019, 2020, 2023
Iris Denner
FL DOC
2022, 2023 
Tray Goddard
OK DOC
2021, 2022, 2023
Josephine Griebel
WY DOC
2022, 2023

 Kadie Holien
WA DOC
2022, 2023
Jessica Imbriglio
RI DOC
2020, 2022, 2023
Jaxon Ingram
FBOP
2021, 2022, 2023
Cameron Kasbarian
MA DOC
2021, 2022, 2023

Claire Koechle
IA DOC
2020, 2021, 2023

Jacob Machner
VA DOC
2020, 2022, 2023

Olivia Martin
KY DOC
2020, 2021, 2022, 2023
Cecily McCormack
VT DOC
2021, 2022, 2023

Nico Menjivar
FBOP
2021, 2022, 2023
Taylor Grace Messer
FBOP
2022, 2023
Bradley Miller
OR DOC
2020, 2021, 2022, 2023
Christian Mitchell
NC DOC
2021, 2022, 2023

Madison Mora-Williams
NYS DOCCS
2022, 2023
Isabella Nagy
PA DOC
2020, 2021, 2022, 2023
Sophia Newsome
KY DOC
2022, 2023 
Kamryn Nicholson
MI DOC
2022, 2023

Doreen Ontiveros
FBOP
2022, 2023
Brad Osterhout
MI DOC
2021, 2022, 2023
Travis Persons
CO DOC
2022, 2023
Morgan Robinette
PA DOC
2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023 

 Olivia Ruschioni
MA DOC
2022, 2023
Delaney Seaton
PA DOC
2021, 2022, 2023
Rachel Sestak
SD DOC
2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2023
Faheed Shafau
MI DOC
2021, 2022, 2023

Megan Sickler
FBOP
2021, 2022, 2023
Caroline Smith
FBOP
2020, 2021, 2022, 2023
Rose Smith
KY DOC
2022, 2023
 Ethan Stanley
AR DOC
2021, 2022, 2023

Addison Stephani
MN DOC
2022, 2023
Haley Sykes
VA DOC
2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023
 Kaley Sykes
MA DOC

2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023
Diane Tran
ME DOC
2020, 2021, 2022, 2023

William Whitley
FBOP
2021, 2023
Max Wierenga
WI DOC
2022, 2023
Emily Wilson
MD DPSCS
2022, 2023


Aisa Wrights
FBOP
2022, 2023
 

 Victoria Dichio
FL DOC
2022, 2023




 

The 2024 Scholarship application will open on February 1, 2024.  
For questions about the Susan M Hunter Scholarship, please email
Tanna Perez at [email protected]

Susan M. Hunter's Vision: Susan M. Hunter's career was marked by her deep-rooted correctional ideals. Her impactful tenure as Chief of the Prisons Division underscored her advocacy for gender parity within inmate populations and correctional staff. She recognized the significance of tailored programs for inmates and emphasized the need for specialized care for women inmates and those with mental health requirements. Susan's conviction that achieving these goals hinged on the training and education of correctional personnel remains at the heart of the scholarship that bears her name.

The Scholarship's Purpose: The Susan M. Hunter Scholarship stands as a testament to Susan's educational ideals. By supporting individuals in pursuit of their educational aspirations, the scholarship echoes her call to action. If you are a child of a correctional employee, this scholarship recognizes your potential to contribute to the betterment of society through education and advocacy.

Empowering the Future: The scholarship beckons you to seize the opportunity it offers. It encourages you to strive for enlightenment and knowledge, equipping you with the tools needed to make a meaningful impact on the world. As a recipient of the Susan M. Hunter Scholarship, you join a community dedicated to fostering positive change within the correctional system and beyond. Your journey forward is a tribute to Susan's legacy and a testament to the enduring power of education.

In conclusion, the Susan M. Hunter Scholarship not only pays tribute to a remarkable individual who championed correctional ideals but also empowers a new generation to carry forward her vision. With 48 new recipients and 46 returning ones in 2023, the scholarship's influence continues to grow, creating a brighter future built on education, advocacy, and enlightenment.