Patrick Bannon ’21

Patrick Bannon is a justice-impacted person who spent over 31 years in the New York State carceral system. He holds a BBA in Advertising from Baruch College and also earned a Bachelor of Arts degree from the Bard Prison Initiative (BPI), where his comprehensive senior project examined the harmful effects of locker-room talk and its role in perpetuating discursive violence against women. An original member of the BPI Acting Ensemble, he continues to pursue acting opportunities in NYC, driven by a commitment to storytelling and social justice. Patrick’s journey is a testament to the transformative power of education and the human spirit’s capacity for growth and redemption.