Patsy Marshall obtained her MSc in Family and Child Studies at the University of Guelph. She has taught at numerous post-secondary institutions including Brock University, University of Waterloo, Conestoga College, Sheridan College, McMaster University and University of Guelph. Her contacts in the field of mental illness and disability include Homewood Health Centre, KidsAbility Centre for Child Development, Alzheimer’s Society, and Family and Children’s Services. Besides teaching, Patsy owns her own training and leadership development company, Train on Track, and is a member of the Rotary Club of Guelph Trillium.