A convicted murderer, Jeffrey George Ewert, attending McGill University's law school on day parole has ignited controversy amongst students. Concerns center around student safety, with some expressing feelings of vulnerability due to Ewert’s history of violence against women. Students also criticize a perceived lack of transparency from the university regarding his background. Ewert’s lawyer and fellow students, however, maintain he is fully rehabilitated and deserves a second opportunity at education and a new life. The case at McGill University highlights the complex balance between public safety, rehabilitation efforts, and the potential for restorative justice. The debate underscores difficulties in reintegrating convicted criminals back into society, even within an academic setting. This situation at the law school raises questions about university responsibilities regarding student safety and background checks for students on parole.