Guest Lecturer
Since it's publication in 2011, Shannon's memoir, Through the Glass, has been adopted by more than 20 universities and she has given dozens of unforgettable guest lectures to students of law, social work, philosophy, criminology, sociology, psychology, psychiatry, victimology, literature and fine arts. Shannon welcomes lively discussions and Q&A sessions, in-person and online.
“A vivid, heartbreaking and eye-opening journey through the justice system that gives voice to the forgotten victims of crime—the families and friends of people who offend. Honest and timely, it is a must-read for the millions of Americans coping with the crimes and incarceration of a loved one, and for all those who want to understand their complex journey.”
—Sister Helen Prejean, CSJ, Author of the international bestseller Dead Man Walking and Founder of Ministry Against the Death Penalty (USA)
“Shannon's book is a tour de force, heartfelt and passionate, with a journey that rivets from the first powerful opening sentence to the last. It is a journey that takes the reader through betrayal, violence and trauma; but more important, it is a journey of compassion and healing, of love and hope.”
—Jean-Paul Boudreau, Ph.D, Dean of Arts, Toronto Metropolitain University, Toronto
Testimonials from students
“Only the best educational experience of MY LIFE. Thanks Shannon! You're awesome!”
“I hate reading, and I’ve never read a book I wasn’t forced to until I picked up Through the Glass. I read it in one weekend and it changed my life.”
“Thank you for allowing us this opportunity to learn more about you. And for allowing us to realize the impact that we can and WILL have on others as we enter into this field. This was definitely an honour!”