News & Information

Bookmark this page to stay informed with the latest news and information from the Nebraska Department of Correctional Services (NDCS).

Here at NDCS, we believe that successful community reintegration is the result of an engage state engaged in the important work of rehabilitation and reentry. 

We are dedicated to building stronger connections with our community and working collaboratively to "tell our story." 

 

       

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Expanding Education at NDCS: The Crown College

March 27, 2024

As educational opportunities at NDCS facilities continue to expand, we’re excited to announce a new cohort of students at the Tecumseh State…

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  • Tecumseh State Correctional Institution (TSCI)
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Harambee celebration at OCC

March 27, 2024

Harambee Afrikan Cultural Organization members hosted their annual banquet at the Omaha Correctional Center. This organization promotes the idea that…

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NDCS Careers: Legislative Coordinator

March 26, 2024

NDCS is seeking a highly responsible, policy-minded, strategic thinker to manage the legislative process within the agency. As a vital member of our…

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Family Fun Day at RTC

March 25, 2024

Keeping relationships strong during incarceration is important to successful reentry, and events like family fun days help to foster those important…

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  • Reception and Treatment Center (RTC)
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Program Celebrations

March 22, 2024

We’re celebrating the hard work and commitment of many individuals at our facilities — along with the dedication of our team members and volunteers…

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  • Work Ethic Camp (WEC)
  • Tecumseh State Correctional Institution (TSCI)
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SCC: expanding higher education

March 21, 2024

This spring, 229 individuals in our facilities are Southeast Community College (SCC) Bobcats, thanks to a partnership with SCC to expand higher…

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  • Reception and Treatment Center (RTC)
  • Nebraska State Penitentiary (NSP)
  • Community Corrections Center - Lincoln (CCC-L)
  • Nebraska Correctional Center for Women - NCCW
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TSCI Graduates three Domesti-PUPS

March 20, 2024

Copper, Gerry and Pepper officially graduated this month! Kudos to the men at the Tecumseh State Correctional Facility who brought these dogs to this…

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  • Tecumseh State Correctional Institution (TSCI)
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Clinical Psychologists Needed

March 20, 2024

Making a difference in the field of behavioral and mental health starts with #People like you! NDCS has various career opportunities for those…

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  • Work Ethic Camp (WEC)
  • Tecumseh State Correctional Institution (TSCI)
  • Reception and Treatment Center (RTC)
  • Omaha Correctional Center - (OCC)
  • Nebraska State Penitentiary (NSP)
  • Nebraska Correctional Youth Facility (NCYF)
  • Nebraska Correctional Center for Women - NCCW
  • Community Corrections Center - Omaha (CCC-O)
  • Community Corrections Center - Lincoln (CCC-L)
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Class 224 graduates from STA

March 19, 2024

Today we welcomed the newest NDCS teammates — Class 224! Sound correctional policies are foundational to the work we do, and this cohort spent the…

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  • Work Ethic Camp (WEC)
  • Tecumseh State Correctional Institution (TSCI)
  • Reception and Treatment Center (RTC)
  • Omaha Correctional Center - (OCC)
  • Nebraska State Penitentiary (NSP)
  • Nebraska Correctional Youth Facility (NCYF)
  • Nebraska Correctional Center for Women - NCCW
  • Community Corrections Center - Omaha (CCC-O)
  • Community Corrections Center - Lincoln (CCC-L)
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Strategic Planning: Physical Plants

March 19, 2024

Physical space and security measures are key to achieving the agency’s mission: Keep people safe. #PhysicalPlants #StrategicPlanning

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  • Work Ethic Camp (WEC)
  • Tecumseh State Correctional Institution (TSCI)
  • Reception and Treatment Center (RTC)
  • Omaha Correctional Center - (OCC)
  • Nebraska State Penitentiary (NSP)
  • Nebraska Correctional Youth Facility (NCYF)
  • Nebraska Correctional Center for Women - NCCW
  • Community Corrections Center - Omaha (CCC-O)
  • Community Corrections Center - Lincoln (CCC-L)
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