Course Description

Social Justice and Peace Studies 301G Contemporary Global Issues in Social Justice and Peace

A survey of contemporary global issues of social justice, peace and conflict emphasizing international human rights, global economic justice, global environmental concerns, international and inter-ethnic arenas of conflict and the viability of peace initiatives of the United Nations and other national and international bodies. Active involvement in an organization pursuing social justice and peace initiatives will be encouraged. This course will be considered preparation for an overseas experience in programs affiliated with King's, to which students will be introduced during the term. (Supervised overseas experience may be granted additional credit as Independent Studies in Social Justice and Peace 498F/499G).

Prerequisite: Social Justice and Peace Studies 020E and 200E.

3 hours, half course.

(King's)

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