Become an agent for positive change by studying the theory and practice of nonviolent peacemaking, human rights and conflict resolution. You鈥檒l learn from experienced faculty who are as passionate about social change as you are. You鈥檒l also take action alongside them, engaging in peacemaking projects in the United States and around the world that allow you to work directly in communities to build peace from the ground up.
By engaging with different cultures and perspectives, you'll develop a deeper understanding of global interrelations and human rights. And you鈥檒l be equipped with the skills to play a pivotal role in addressing global challenges and to work toward a more peaceful world.
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The ability to make significant positive change in the world requires knowing more than one area well. And since our College of Arts and Sciences is the most academically diverse college on campus, we're the perfect place to prepare for your role as a changemaker. So broaden your expertise by adding at least one additional major or minor to your degree 鈥� 73% of our students do.
Most of our peace studies graduates go directly into the workforce. Here鈥檚 where some of our recent graduates landed.
While 测辞耻鈥檙别 here at Marquette, preparing you for 飞丑补迟鈥檚 next will be one of our top priorities. So, expect lots of learning by doing, connecting with others who share your passions, and reflecting on how you can Be The Difference.
The Center for Peacemaking will give you a unique opportunity to engage deeply with peace and conflict studies through interactive seminars, thought-provoking workshops and community-based projects. Benefit from close collaborations with committed faculty who are experts in their fields and a supportive network of peers passionate about global change.
As a peace studies major, you'll have lots of career options. Help decide the direction you'll take 鈥� and get valuable peacemaking experience 鈥� with an internship. Internships can include working in a variety of settings in Milwaukee, across the nation, and around the world. Another way to apply your skills is with a Center for Peacemaking student peacemaking fellowship.
Learn more about our fellowships.
Here, you'll have the opportunity to work alongside faculty assisting with their research or conduct your own independent research project under the guidance of a faculty mentor.
Our faculty focus their research in three primary areas:
Become a people-centered leader guided by our Jesuit tradition. Join our E-Lead program sophomore year and you鈥檒l complete a combination of leadership courses and experiences that prepare you to be the driver of innovation for the common good. You鈥檒l develop the skill set to generate innovative solutions and the mindset to reflect on the impact your work has on the world. Bonus: You鈥檒l graduate with a concentration in leadership, too.
Engage with nonviolence and applied peacemaking in local, domestic and international travel and immersion experiences. Each program explores themes of social justice, human rights, and peace through a unique lens.
Other international opportunities are available for peace studies students through core courses, summer study, language study, faculty-led programs or research.
A 向日葵视频education equips students to thrive professionally and personally through overall student support, career preparation and an extended family that can't wait to meet you. But don't just take our word for it.
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