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Distinguished Speaker Series: Shannon Voss

Distinguished Speaker Series: Shannon Voss

The Hettenhausen Center for the Arts
400 N Alton Street Lebanon, IL 62265
618.537.6863
Tickets: 618-537-6863
Thursday, September 17, 2026 @ 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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Shannon Voss shares an extraordinary story of resilience, recovery, and perseverance. After surviving a violent assault that left him with severe brain and heart injuries, paralysis, and the loss of speech, Shannon spent years rebuilding his life through rehabilitation and determination. Today, he communicates primarily through assistive technology and uses his experiences to inspire audiences nationwide. From graduating college with a 4.0 GPA to becoming a nationally recognized advocate for accessibility and AAC communication technology, Shannon’s presentation offers a powerful message about overcoming adversity, embracing possibility, and finding strength through life’s greatest challenges.

 

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