The Conflict and Resolution Studies Program offers both a Minor and a Concentration which provide interdisciplinary and international perspectives on the causes of conflict and the possibilities of resolution. Courses in the program offer theoretical insights into the causes of conflict-some positive and creative but far too many tragically destructive. The program courses embrace the study of interpersonal, intergroup, and societal conflicts in different cultures across the world. Exploration of resolution strategies, ethical and social justice issues, and leadership qualities are features of the program. The minor provides interested students with the opportunity to explore the area of Conflict and Resolution in greater depth than the concentration.
Conflict & Resolution Studies
Minor
Conflict & Resolution Studies Snapshot
Beyond the Classroom
Students have a wide array of opportunities for research, internships, conferences, and networking beyond the classroom that gives them the advantage to prepare for life after W&J.
Conflict & Resolution Studies Faculty
Elizabeth Bennett, Ph.D.
Professor and Chair of Psychology
Kevin Carriere, M.P.P., Ph.D.
Assistant Professor
Melissa Cook, Ph.D.
Associate Professor of Communication Arts; Associate Dean of Academic Affairs
Robert East Jr., Ph.D.
Associate Professor; Director of Environmental Studies
Richard Easton
English Professor Emeritus, Founder and Director of Conflict and Resolution Studies
Zheya Gai, Ph.D.
Professor of Political Science and International Studies
Lisa Gibson, Ph.D, JD
Assistant Professor Chair of Conflict and Resolutions Studies
Robert Litchfield, Ph.D.
Associate Professor of Business
Business Administration, Conflict & Resolution Studies, Finance, Human Resource Management, International Business Administration, Marketing, Business Administration, Human Resource Management, Finance, Entrepreneurship, Marketing, Business Administration, Entrepreneurship, Marketing, Business Administration, Finance, Entrepreneurship, Finance, Entrepreneurship
Steven Malinak, Ph.D.
Professor of Chemistry
James March, Ph.D.
Associate Professor of Biology
Buba Misawa, Ph.D.
Professor and Chair, Political Science; Director of International Studies
Mary Ryan, Ph.D.
Assistant Professor and Chair of Public Service and Community Studies
Olga Solovieva, Ph.D.
Associate Professor and Director of Religious Studies; Interfaith Leadership Studies Coordinator; Social Justice Studies Co-Coordinator