for resolving interpersonal, communal and international conflicts peacefully, as well as tactics that promote the common good in a way that addresses the structural origins of violence.

All courses included in the program present at least a module in which nonviolent approaches to social change, resolving conflicts or furthering the common good are explicitly addressed. The Peace Studies Minor was designed to address the need for a critical examination of the origins and root causes of violence and conflict. The minor includes frank debate about the efficacy of nonviolent in comparison with violent approaches to social change. The inclusion of conflict resolution as part of this program is a distinctive aspect of this program and the arena of conflict resolution offers many potential career options. The minor emphasizes hands-on, experiential components in the introductory course, the final seminar/internship and the emphasis on skill training in the workshops.