The minor takes an interdisciplinary approach to understanding peace theory, application and strategy. It introduces students to the academic study of the religious, historical, political, environmental, sociological, cultural and economic causes of conflict, as well as the psychological, philosophical, religious and communication processes of building peace and justice.

Graduates will be positioned to pursue post-graduate work with:

• The Peace Corps
• Non-Government Organizations (NGO’s)
• Religions Organizations
• International Agencies and Corporations
• Political Organizations
• Environmental Groups
• Economic and Development Organizations
• Peace and Justice Foundations

Majors

Minors

Peace and Justice Minor

Students pursuing the Peace and Justice Studies Minor will gain an understanding of conflict from interpersonal to international contexts, by becoming more aware of their own and others’ identities, cultures and communities.

REQUIRED COURSES

IDS 295 - Introduction to Peace Studies, 4 credits
REL 460 – Christianity and the Quest for Peace, 4 credits

ELECTIVES

12 credits of approved electives (course descriptions and details are listed with the corresponding department) selected from:

AES 210	COMM 231	COMM 240	COMM 340
COMM 341	ENGL 233	ENGL 234	ENGL 282
ENGL 375	ENVR 377	HIST 206	HIST 252
HIST 255	HIST 256	HIST 321	HIST 344
HIST 351	HIST 361	HIST 370	IDS 495 (approved topics)
PHIL 241	PHIL 245	PHIL 343	POL 110 (approved topics)
POL 151	POL 160	POL 251	POL 262
POL 303	POL 305	POL 378	PSY 110
SOC 233	SOC 281	SOC 356	WGS 200
WGS 350

Students will be encouraged to supplement their minor with study abroad, internships, conferences and other experiential activities.

Other Requirements

• When selecting electives for the minor, students should keep in mind they may only count one course towards both their major and minor.
• Students are required to select electives from at least 2 different departments and programs to achieve the broadest possible perspectives on the conditions that affect the processes of peace and justice.
• No more than two courses can be from the same department.
• Students may only take one elective that is also a general education course.
• At least 2 of the electives must be at the 200-level or above.

• Arendshorst, Dr. ThomasHope CollegeSociology and Social Work DepartmentPeace and Justice

  VanZoeren Hall 41 Graves Place Holland, MI 49423

  Work616.395.7555

  arendshorst@hope.edu
• Koch, Dr. PamelaHope CollegeSociology and Social Work DepartmentPeace and Justice

  VanZoeren 255B 41 Graves Place Holland, MI 49423-3617

  Work616.395.7573

  kochp@hope.edu