PC332: The Peacebuilder's Toolkit

Class Program
Credits 4

World peace sounds great in theory. But how do we actually bring it about? This course will show students how. Outlining a step - by - step guide for building a better world, it will provide students with the practical tools they need to work for peace in their daily lives. Focused on personal and interpersonal peace, students will learn how to cultivate inner peace through spiritual practices like mediation, have difficult conversations with those they disagree with, and practice restorative justice through the circle processes.  Most importantly, they will learn how to practically apply these skills in their personal relationships and vocational careers. The basic peacebuilding skills acquired in this class are not just for experts. They are critical for everyone as we all must confront the challenges of navigating a diverse and polarized world. 

Study of the theory and practice of mediation. Opportunity to learn from practitioners of mediation on campus and in the local community.
Prerequisites

PC233, RP132G, RP133G, or RP140, Junior/Senior standing