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

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 296 - 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 113 (approved topics)	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 200 (approved topics)	IDS 495 (approved topics)	MIN 323	PHIL 245
PHIL 343	POL 110 (approved topics)	POL 151	POL 160
POL 251	POL 262	POL 303	POL 305
POL 378	PSY 110	REL 100 (approved topics)	REL 265
REL 295	REL 324	REL 345	REL 389
REL 490	SOC 281	SOC 356	SOC 395 (approved topics)
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 DepartmentInterdisciplinary StudiesPeace and Justice

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• Koch, Dr. PamelaHope CollegeSociology and Social Work DepartmentPeace and Justice

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

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