Wrongfully Convicted. Reedemed. A True Story

Mon, November 3, 2025 6:00 PM - Mon, November 3, 2025 7:30 PM at 300 Erickson Hall (KIVA)

Join us for a powerful and moving evening with Walter Dunn. 

The School of Criminal Justice, Department of Psychology, and Department of Sociology invite you to listen to Walter Dunn speak on his wrongful conviction and the power of education in his quest to prove his innocence. 

Date: November 3, 2025
Time: 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Location: 300 Erickson Hall (Kiva)
Free to attend. No registration required.

 

 

Walter Dunn, an individual with a background in incarceration, has established himself as an author, radio host, and advocate for criminal justice reform. His experience includes a period of incarceration initiated at the age of 26, where he served a 12.5-year sentence. Notably, prior to his conviction, Mr. Dunn held the esteemed position of Director of Admissions at a public university, adding a layer of complexity to his professional history.

Mr. Dunn's narrative is characterized by a distinctive turn of events. He proactively engaged in self-education, acquiring legal expertise and obtaining certification as a law clerk during his time in prison, ultimately leading to the overturning of his own sentence. Since his release in July 2022, Mr. Dunn has authored two significant books, titled "Through Innocent Eyes" and "How to Navigate through the Criminal Justice System."

Beyond his written contributions, Mr. Dunn actively shares his experience of wrongful conviction on a national scale. He engages in extensive public speaking engagements, addressing audiences at universities, criminal justice conferences, and summits throughout the country, contributing to the broader discourse on the need for justice reform.