At the annual meeting of the East Coast Colleges Social Science Association (formerly the Eastern Community Colleges Social Science Association) or ECCSSA, peacebuilding themes predominated the 2-day conference in Herndon, Virginia. The overall theme of the gathering was “The Way of Return: Ushering in the Renaissance of the 21st Century: Models for Teaching, Leadership, andContinueContinue reading “Peacebuilding Themes Evident at ECCSSA Conference”
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USAID Promotes Community College Degree Efforts in Afghanistan
Post-conflict peacebuilding efforts frequently include an educational component. Often, these efforts are designed to train individuals for careers in paraprofessional areas and the trades. The connection between building markets and sustainable peace is clear. And an essential component is a population that can work in areas that are needed to support markets and provide basicContinueContinue reading “USAID Promotes Community College Degree Efforts in Afghanistan”
Florida International Humanitarian Simulation Draws Students from Northern Oklahoma College and Indian River State College
The Consortium for Humanitarian Service and Education (CHSE) based at Indian River State College (IRSC) in Ft. Pierce, FL held its annual ATLANTIC HOPE humanitarian simulation exercise March 7-10, 2013. The event is the only U.S. based multi-day field simulation designed to prepare community college students for working in complex emergencies including conflict zones.ContinueContinue reading “Florida International Humanitarian Simulation Draws Students from Northern Oklahoma College and Indian River State College”
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