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Subject: Environmental Studies (ENVR)
CRN: 22149
In Person | Topics Lecture 1
St Paul: In Person
Instructor: TBD
In this course, through primary and secondary text analysis, we seek to explore the connections between the unfolding climate crisis and capitalism. Even though special attention in the seminar will be attuned to investigating the political, social and economic framework known as capitalism and its impact on the climate, we will also explore their links to other systems of oppression such as colonialism, patriarchy and white supremacy. Beyond an analytical framework that scrutinizes ideologies as well as underlying root causes of the climate crisis, we seek to also unleash students’ imaginations so they can more deeply envision the futures they wish to build and thrive in together. Thus, students will be invited to consider bold creative solutions such as those that the degrowth movement offers while also internalizing how that might show up in their very personal lives. In this sense, this course has a strong praxis dimension to it. Students will be invited to apply learning to concrete, practical projects which will address the ongoing climate crisis in their communities.
4 Credits
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3:25 pm |
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Subject: Justice & Peace Studies (JPST)
CRN: 21288
In Person | Lecture
St Paul: In Person
Core Requirements Met:
[Core] Diversity/Soc Just AND [Core] Integ/Humanities
Students will explore the intersections of art and social justice with a focus on visual arts and social movements in the Twin Cities. Topics of study will include public art, protest art, expression and censorship, social movement theory, aesthetic theory, and the Twin Cities as a unique space for social practice art. Readings, videos, and art exploration will be accompanied by making art as an approach to learning, but students will not be graded on the quality of art, only the meaning they make. In other words, no art experience necessary! The class will collaborate with a local artist or arts collective who uses art to address social justice and conclude with an art installation, exhibition, or virtual display of student artwork
2 Credits
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1:35 pm |
1:35 pm |
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Subject: Justice & Peace Studies (JPST)
CRN: 21289
In Person | Lecture
St Paul: In Person
Core Requirements Met:
[Core] Integ/Humanities
Other Requirements Met:
FYE CommGood/Learning Comm
Faith and Praxis Minor or Cert
Sustainability (SUST)
Writing to learn
Major aspects of world and local conflict, theories of social science relating to conflict and violence, and various proposals for solutions. Among the aspects of conflict studied are cultural differences, scarcity of resources, economic and social structures, international trade, the arms race, corruption, oppression and war. Proposed solutions assessed include development, structural changes, world governance, multinational agencies, military power, civilian-based defense, active nonviolence for social change, conflict resolution, disarmament, cultural exchange, religious revival and prayer. These topics are considered in the light of theory, history, and literature. Students apply these concepts by investigating one country or geographic area in depth through a semester long research project. Usually offered every semester.
4 Credits
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3:25 pm |
3:25 pm |
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Subject: Justice & Peace Studies (JPST)
CRN: 21290
In Person | Lecture
St Paul: In Person
Core Requirements Met:
[Core] Integ/Humanities
Other Requirements Met:
FYE CommGood/Learning Comm
Faith and Praxis Minor or Cert
Sustainability (SUST)
Writing to learn
Major aspects of world and local conflict, theories of social science relating to conflict and violence, and various proposals for solutions. Among the aspects of conflict studied are cultural differences, scarcity of resources, economic and social structures, international trade, the arms race, corruption, oppression and war. Proposed solutions assessed include development, structural changes, world governance, multinational agencies, military power, civilian-based defense, active nonviolence for social change, conflict resolution, disarmament, cultural exchange, religious revival and prayer. These topics are considered in the light of theory, history, and literature. Students apply these concepts by investigating one country or geographic area in depth through a semester long research project. Usually offered every semester.
4 Credits
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3:25 pm |
3:25 pm |
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Subject: Justice & Peace Studies (JPST)
CRN: 21291
Online: Sync Distributed | Lecture
Online
Core Requirements Met:
[Core] Integ/Humanities
Other Requirements Met:
FYE CommGood/Learning Comm
Faith and Praxis Minor or Cert
Sustainability (SUST)
Writing to learn
Instructor: TBD
Major aspects of world and local conflict, theories of social science relating to conflict and violence, and various proposals for solutions. Among the aspects of conflict studied are cultural differences, scarcity of resources, economic and social structures, international trade, the arms race, corruption, oppression and war. Proposed solutions assessed include development, structural changes, world governance, multinational agencies, military power, civilian-based defense, active nonviolence for social change, conflict resolution, disarmament, cultural exchange, religious revival and prayer. These topics are considered in the light of theory, history, and literature. Students apply these concepts by investigating one country or geographic area in depth through a semester long research project. Usually offered every semester.
4 Credits
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1:30 pm |
1:30 pm |
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Subject: Justice & Peace Studies (JPST)
CRN: 21292
In Person | Lecture
St Paul: In Person
Core Requirements Met:
[Core] Diversity/Soc Just AND [Core] Integ/Humanities
Other Requirements Met:
Amer Culture & Diff Minor Appr
Faith and Praxis Minor or Cert
Writing Intensive
Active nonviolence as a means for societal defense and social transformation analyzed through case studies of actual nonviolent movements, examining their political philosophy and how this philosophy is reflected in their methods and strategies. Examples of possible case studies include: Mahatma Gandhi's movement for a free India, Danish resistance to Nazi occupation, the struggle for interracial justice in the United State, an integrated Canada-to-Cuba peace-and-freedom walk, the campaign to close the U.S. Army School of the Americas (WHINSEC), fair trade movements, and the Honeywell Project. The course emphasizes the theory and active practice of nonviolence as well as oral histories of successful nonviolent movements. Usually offered every semester.
4 Credits
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3:25 pm |
3:25 pm |
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Subject: Justice & Peace Studies (JPST)
CRN: 21293
In Person | Lecture
St Paul: In Person
Core Requirements Met:
[Core] Diversity/Soc Just AND [Core] Integ/Humanities
Other Requirements Met:
Amer Culture & Diff Minor Appr
Faith and Praxis Minor or Cert
Writing Intensive
Active nonviolence as a means for societal defense and social transformation analyzed through case studies of actual nonviolent movements, examining their political philosophy and how this philosophy is reflected in their methods and strategies. Examples of possible case studies include: Mahatma Gandhi's movement for a free India, Danish resistance to Nazi occupation, the struggle for interracial justice in the United State, an integrated Canada-to-Cuba peace-and-freedom walk, the campaign to close the U.S. Army School of the Americas (WHINSEC), fair trade movements, and the Honeywell Project. The course emphasizes the theory and active practice of nonviolence as well as oral histories of successful nonviolent movements. Usually offered every semester.
4 Credits
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9:55 am |
9:55 am |
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Subject: Justice & Peace Studies (JPST)
CRN: 21294
In Person | Lecture
St Paul: In Person
Core Requirements Met:
[Core] Diversity/Soc Just AND [Core] Integ/Humanities
Other Requirements Met:
Amer Culture & Diff Minor Appr
Faith and Praxis Minor or Cert
Writing Intensive
Active nonviolence as a means for societal defense and social transformation analyzed through case studies of actual nonviolent movements, examining their political philosophy and how this philosophy is reflected in their methods and strategies. Examples of possible case studies include: Mahatma Gandhi's movement for a free India, Danish resistance to Nazi occupation, the struggle for interracial justice in the United State, an integrated Canada-to-Cuba peace-and-freedom walk, the campaign to close the U.S. Army School of the Americas (WHINSEC), fair trade movements, and the Honeywell Project. The course emphasizes the theory and active practice of nonviolence as well as oral histories of successful nonviolent movements. Usually offered every semester.
4 Credits
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3:25 pm |
3:25 pm |
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Subject: Justice & Peace Studies (JPST)
CRN: 21295
In Person | Lecture
St Paul: In Person
Core Requirements Met:
[Core] Diversity/Soc Just AND [Core] Integ/Humanities
Other Requirements Met:
Amer Culture & Diff Minor Appr
Faith and Praxis Minor or Cert
Writing Intensive
Instructor: TBD
Active nonviolence as a means for societal defense and social transformation analyzed through case studies of actual nonviolent movements, examining their political philosophy and how this philosophy is reflected in their methods and strategies. Examples of possible case studies include: Mahatma Gandhi's movement for a free India, Danish resistance to Nazi occupation, the struggle for interracial justice in the United State, an integrated Canada-to-Cuba peace-and-freedom walk, the campaign to close the U.S. Army School of the Americas (WHINSEC), fair trade movements, and the Honeywell Project. The course emphasizes the theory and active practice of nonviolence as well as oral histories of successful nonviolent movements. Usually offered every semester.
4 Credits
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3:25 pm |
3:25 pm |
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Subject: Justice & Peace Studies (JPST)
CRN: 21296
In Person | Topics Lecture 1
St Paul: In Person
The subject matter of these courses will vary from year to year, but will not duplicate existing courses. Descriptions of these courses are available in Classfinder, View Searchable Class Schedule
4 Credits
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3:25 pm |
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Subject: Justice & Peace Studies (JPST)
CRN: 21297
In Person | Lecture
St Paul: In Person
Requirements Met:
Amer Culture & Diff Minor Appr
Faith and Praxis Minor or Cert
Writing in the Discipline
In this class students will investigate how and why particular policies are developed, proposed, adopted, and implemented; will explore how social values shape and impact public policies; and will learn how to frame issues in ways that allow for more effective advocacy. The class will examine the relative power of diverse corporate and non-profit sectors in influencing policy debates and outcomes, including the role of think tanks. Students will analyze the limitations and strengths of diverse approaches to advocacy ranging from third-party appeals and solidarity efforts to elite decision makers, as well as the prospects for a politics of agency rooted in citizen-centered politics in which people mobilize to meet the needs of their communities. The course will integrate basic theory, interaction with public policy analysts and advocates, personal experience in persuasive advocacy, and case studies focused on issues such as climate change, economic inequality, land-food-hunger, and approaches to health care. Assignments will introduce students to various tools for persuasive advocacy and allow them to develop skill sets for using them.
4 Credits
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1:30 pm |
1:30 pm |
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Subject: Justice & Peace Studies (JPST)
CRN: 21298
In Person | Lecture
St Paul: In Person
Core Requirements Met:
[Core] Diversity/Soc Just AND [Core] Integ/Humanities
Other Requirements Met:
Amer Culture & Diff Minor Appr
Faith and Praxis Minor or Cert
Writing in the Discipline
This course is an introduction to the issues surrounding social conflict. It centers on equipping students with the theory and skills of conflict analysis and processes of engaging in conflict on the global, local and interpersonal levels. It contrasts a traditional conflict resolution model with conflict transformation, a paradigm that appreciates how conflict and violence are connected to underlying issues of justice. The course introduces students to a wide range of conflict transformation processes such as negotiation, mediation, dialogue, facilitation, restorative justice and conflict advocacy. It provides students with the opportunities to participate in these processes and explore potential vocational paths in the field of conflict transformation. As a component of the practice of the skills taught in this course, students organize and lead the annual World Cafe, a university-wide interdisciplinary dialogue. Throughout, the course engages students in a process of rigorous reflection of the ethics involved in engaging conflict. Prerequisite: Sophomore standing
4 Credits