Ben Shannon

Ben Shannon is a Teaching Professor at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, affiliated with the Liberal Arts & Applied Studies department and actively involved in the Odyssey Project and Odyssey Beyond Bars programs. He teaches history and literacy courses, focusing on educational outreach initiatives.

• PhD in History from the University of Wisconsin-Madison

Research interests primarily revolve around protest movements in the 1960s, with a secondary focus on historical pedagogy and literacy education. His work bridges academic scholarship with accessible educational programs for underserved communities.