Tray is a scholar.
Throughout Tray’s 36 years of incarceration, he has dedicated himself and his time to education. Graduating Cum Laude from Coppin State University with a Bachelor in Applied Psychology, Tray has consistently kept himself busy with Philosophy, Government, and History courses. Following his graduation, Tray continued his academic pursuits through Georgetown University and Loyola University, excelling in numerous courses and participating as a virtual guest lecturer in on-campus engagements. With two published books and exemplary marks from professors, Tray is an avid reader, writer, and thinker. Beyond the classroom, Tray has dedicated significant time to enlightenment programs, religious studies, and conflict resolution tutorials. It’s time for Tray to be heard.
Dr. Marc M. Howard, Georgetown University Professor of Government and Law, who taught Tray at the Jessup Correctional Institution.
“There’s not a single interaction with Tray where I didn’t come out feeling like I had learned something or grown as a person.”
“He is eager to learn more. He is eager to explore himself and find his way and his place in things. That is a true testament to his character.”
John Huffington, wrongfully convicted and exonerated after 32 years, Tray’s former college classmate and friend.
Dr. Drew Leder, Professor of Philosophy at Loyola University Maryland, and Tray’s former professor at the Jessup Correctional Institution.
“Even in the conditions of a maximum security prison, he’s written two books. He’s carried on his education. He’s intellectual. He’s creative. He has a kindness and a consideration for others that comes through. It’s pretty extraordinary.”
“Imagine going from being a trigger-man for a drug dealer to writing two books. This is a very uncommon guy. This is a very uncommon story. It sounds like what happened is, he grew up”
Dr. Jeff Kukucka, expert in criminal psychology at Towson University
The Books:
“He is one of the most genuine, gentle, intelligent people you'll ever meet and it's seen through this book. Tray puts so much emotion into this book that you can't put it down when you start reading it... He made a negative a positive and you can't help but develop a new outlook on humanity and the criminal justice system. 110% recommend. Hope Tray changes your lives as he changed mine.”
“An outstanding second book from Jones! Jones is a remarkable, painfully honest storyteller whose narrative voice resonates through time. He speaks openly about his journey in prison and crafts a memorable discussion of injustice, race and morality.”
