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
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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 PsychologyStevie Berberick, Ph.D.
Assistant Professor of Communication ArtsMelissa Cook, Ph.D.
Associate Professor and Chair, Communication ArtsRobert East Jr., Ph.D.
Associate Professor; Director of Environmental StudiesRichard Easton, M.A.
English Professor Emeritus, Founder and Director of Conflict and Resolution StudiesZheya Gai, Ph.D.
Professor of Political Science and International StudiesJason Kilgore, Ph.D.
Associate Professor of Biology; Coordinator of Environmental Science MajorRobert Litchfield, Ph.D.
Associate Professor of BusinessSteven Malinak, Ph.D.
Professor of Chemistry; Associate Dean for Academic AffairsH Manzari, Ph.D.
Associate Professor of Spanish and Director of Latin American StudiesJames March, Ph.D.
Associate Professor of BiologyBuba Misawa, Ph.D.
Professor and Chair, Political Science; Director of International StudiesAnoosua Mukherjee, Ph.D.
Associate Professor and Chair of MusicMary Ryan, Ph.D.
Assistant Professor of Political Science and Director of Public Policy ProgramOlga Solovieva, Ph.D.
Associate Professor and Director of Religious Studies; Interfaith Leadership Studies Coordinator; Social Justice Studies Co-CoordinatorSusan Vdovichenko, Ph.D.
Assistant Professor of RussianTodd D. Verdun, Ph.D.
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