From Silence to Strength: Breaking the Sound Barrier of Trauma Through Literature (a university student panel)

In this season finale of The Classroom Narratives Podcast, we’re joined by students from St. John’s University’s Honors Global Literature class for a profound discussion on the intersection of trauma, storytelling, and resilience. These bright minds share their reflections on the literary works explored this semester—ranging from Speak to Maus—and discuss the critical role stories play in processing trauma. Through thoughtful dialogue, the students explore trauma-informed education and the “speaking wound” as a transformative concept for creating safe, healing spaces in classrooms. Join us as we unpack these lessons and consider how educators and students alike can foster communities of compassion and empowerment.