A degree in Peace and Conflict Studies may not seem like the typical foundation for someone who is planning to go to medical school. But for UNCG graduate Elizabeth Page it was the ideal fit.
Recent PCS graduate, Ojullu Omot’s story is one of resilience, perseverance, and hope. Born in Gambela, Ethiopia, Ojullu’s early life was marked by a harsh reality. Political instability, ethnic tensions, and the eventual massacre that ravaged his community forced him to flee his homeland at a young age. His ethnic… Continue reading…
This is about helping families whose lives have been turned upside-down, Their pets are a comfort – they’re a part of the family
Jessica Arias ’23 Department of Peace and Conflict Studies alumna and the director of the Burlington Animal Services
I looked to see what UNCG had online, and the first thing that popped up was Peace and Conflict Studies. I never knew that was a career. I thought, ‘That’s my thing: Helping to solve problems,'” said professional musician Lynn Blakey. “I read more about the program and it was what I wanted.
It was very interesting and empowering. It was amazing to see experts from all across the world come together for these sessions.
Dr. Jeremy A. Rinker and Peace & Conflict Studies graduate student Mr. Boukari Saidou recently completed a successful academic exchange trip to India from March 1st to 15th, 2024. This visit reciprocated an earlier exchange in February 2024, when a team from the Central University of Mizoram (MZU) in Aizawl,… Continue reading…
It was just because of the way the educational system of Libya was organized when I was in high school. The education system decides what students study based on their grades. Nothing I wanted was conceivable at the time. Omar Sufian, a student at UNCG
Indian academics Dr. Lokanath Mishra, Dr. Mikael Chuaungo, and Dr. Rashmierkha Das will be visiting UNCG for a panel discussion regarding the problematics of teaching, research, and praxis of peace education. Please join us Tuesday, February 6th from 3:00 – 4:30pm in the School of Education Building Rm. 120. Snacks… Continue reading…
Peace and Conflict Studies Associate Professor Dr. Jeremy A. Rinker, who recently received a Fulbright-Nehru Scholar Program Award, is spending the Spring semester 2023 teaching and researching on caste conflict in Pune city, Maharashtra State, in India. The Fulbright-Nehru award in India is a joint venture between the U.S. government… Continue reading…