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ACADEMIC PROGRAMS IN PEACEMAKING AND CONFLICT STUDIES

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Academic programs in peacemaking and conflict studies at Fresno Pacific University are based on the assumption that all humans experience conflict and can benefit from learning about conflict and peacemaking. To make such learning accessible to as many students as possible, a variety of curricular structures have been utilized including the single course, focus series (mini-concentration in the undergraduate general education program), concentrations, minor, certificates, and a full master's program. In addition linkages between peacemaking/conflict studies and a variety of other program areas have been developed at both the undergraduate and graduate levels so that students can incorporate this study into their home disciplines. A mediation practicum is offered to both undergraduate and graduate students in cooperation with the local community Victim-Offender Reconciliation Program (VORP). For information about our academic programs contact faculty member Larry Dunn.

Graduate Degree and Certificate Programs

Strengths of the Peacemaking and Conflict Studies Graduate Program:
There are many sources of training in conflict resolution. The Peacemaking and Conflict Studies Program at FPU is unique in its strong emphasis on practical experience integrating theoretical frameworks. Students are required to apply their learning in direct conflict resolution experiences. The core faculty of the program are very experienced conflict resolution practitioners who have developed models for integrating theory and practice that are simple to understand, yet profound in their approach to managing complexity. The program produces graduates ready to take their place as professionals in the field of conflict resolution.

One-Course Introduction (one of the following two courses)

• CMP 700: Basic Institute in Conflict Management and Mediation (2). The Basic Institute is offered in a one-week intensive format. Students include working adults, professionals, university graduate students, seminary students, etc. The Basic Institute may be taken with or without credit. Credit requires additional reading and writing. The Basic Institute is offered twice each year.
• Curriculum/Teaching 704: School Conflict Management and Mediation (3) This course contains the same basic content as the Basic Institute but is adapted for educators. It is offered in an evening format.

Graduate Certificate Programs (15 units)

Certificate programs combine core studies in conflict management and peacemaking with an emphasis in a particular area. Several of the certificate programs may overlap with other graduate programs (e.g. School Conflict Resolution and Peacemaking with the graduate program in school counseling, school psychology, and administrative services; and Workplace Conflict Management and Peacemaking with the graduate program in administrative leadership.) Working in cooperation with other academic programs enables students in a variety of disciplines to learn about conflict and peacemaking. Graduate certificate programs are available with the following emphases:

• Church Conflict and Peacemaking
• Mediation
• Restorative Justice
• School Conflict Resolution and Peacemaking
• Workplace Conflict Management and Peacemaking
• Personalized Certificate in Peacemaking and Conflict Studies

Master of Arts Degree in Peacemaking and Conflict Studies (40 units)

The master of arts degree in Peacemaking and Conflict Studies combines core studies and a project/thesis with emphases in the following areas:

• Church Conflict and Peacemaking
• Mediation
• Restorative Justice
• School Conflict Resolution and Peacemaking
• Workplace Conflict Management and Peacemaking
• Administrative Leadership
• Personalized Certificate in Peacemaking and Conflict Studies

Master of Arts in Education - Curriculum and Teaching Emphasis (37 units)

Students may elect to take a concentration in school conflict resolution and peacemaking in this graduate program preparing them for working with conflict in the school setting.

Online Syllabi

• CMP 700 Basic Institute in Conflict Management & Mediation Course flyer.
• CMP 710 Institute in Alternatives for Resolving Disputes
• CMP 730 Historical Peacemakers (3 units)
• CMP 736 Institute in School Peer Mediation Program Development. Classroom Conflict radio spot aired throughout the Fresno area January 2003 (947k MP3)
• CMP 737 Institute in Victim Offender Reconciliation Program Development
• CMP 739 Institute in Establishing a Mediation Practice
• CMP 746 Restorative Justice
• CMP 748 Discipline that Restores
• CMP 751 Conflict and Peacemaking Across Cultures
• CMP 754 Curriculum in Conflict and Peacemaking
• CMP 756 Mediation Practicum
• CMP 758 Advanced Mediation
• CMP 760 Mediation and the Law
• CMP 762 Family Mediation
• CMP 764 Internship in Mediation
• CMP 786 Peacebuilding and Development
• MAL 788 Topics: Developing a Business Plan
• Biblical Theology of Conflict and Peacemaking

Undergraduate Programs

General Education Focus Series in Conflict and Peacemaking (8 units)

Each undergraduate student at Fresno Pacific selects a mini-concentration (6-8 units) called a Focus Series as part of the general education program. Studies in Conflict and Peacemaking is one of eight options. Courses required in this option are as follows:

• Biblical/Religious Studies 465: Theological Ethics of Conflict and Peacemaking (4)
• Communication 420/Sociology 430: Conflict Management and Resolution (3)
• Communication 483/Sociology 483: Mediation Practicum (1)

Minor in Conflict and Peacemaking (6 courses, 18-21 units)

Students may build on the General Education Focus Series and complete a minor. The minor includes the following:

Required Courses

• Biblical/Religious Studies 465: Theological Ethics of Conflict and Peacemaking (4)
• History 455: Historical Peacemakers (3)
• Communication 420/Sociology 420: Conflict Management and Resolution (3)

Courses to Complete the Minor

• (Students may choose from a list of 19 courses from the different departments of the university. Courses which may be chosen are identified in the university catalog ).

Concentration in Conflict and Peacemaking in the Liberal Studies Major

The Liberal Studies Major is required in California for entry into teacher education (elementary level). It is the largest major of the university. Each student in the major must choose one of several concentrations. The concentration in Conflict and Peacemaking requires the following:

The General Education Focus Series in Conflict and Peacemaking

• Biblical/Religious Studies 465: Theological Ethics of Conflict and Peacemaking (4)
• Sociology 430: Conflict Management and Resolution (3)
• Sociology 483: Mediation Practicum (1)

Biblical Literature Course

• Choose one: Jeremiah, Minor Prophets, John, Corinthians
• Course to Complete the Concentration (Students may choose from a list of 12 courses from the different departments of the university. Courses which may be chosen are identified in the university catalog.)

Center for Peacemaking and Conflict Studies
Fresno Pacific University
1717 S. Chestnut Avenue
Fresno, CA 93702
559-453-3418, fax 559-252-4800
800-909-8677