By David J. Smith, June 18, 2014 I recently updated my list of North American Community College Peacebuilding Programs. Currently, 35 U.S. and Canadian community colleges are supporting peacebuilding programs and initiatives. These efforts include peace studies, conflict resolution, social justice, justice studies, human rights (including genocide and related areas), and mediation. Programs exist inContinueContinue reading “35 U.S. and Canadian Community Colleges Supporting Peacebuilding Initiatives”
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Nelson Mandela Honored by Community Colleges Across the Nation
Nelson Mandela’s legacy is being honored this week and in the weeks to come by American community colleges. “His influence on the role of education in building peace and promoting nonviolence was profound,” stated David J. Smith editor of Peacebuilding in Community Colleges: A Teaching Resource. “His message was particularly important to populations aroundContinueContinue reading “Nelson Mandela Honored by Community Colleges Across the Nation”
Peace Studies and Conflict Resolution at Tulsa Community College
With this in mind, it is my pleasure to share with you that Tulsa Community College has recently begun to offer a Liberal Arts degree focus in Peace Studies and Conflict Resolution. Upon completing the class requirements, students will receive a certificate through the Liberal Arts office for their resume portfolios. Our first graduate nextContinueContinue reading “Peace Studies and Conflict Resolution at Tulsa Community College”