Strategies for Coexistence Interventions (COEX 220A)
BRANDEIS UNIVERSITY PEACE, CONFLICT, AND COEXISTENCE STUDIES

NOT OFFERED FALL 2012

Instructor:
Mari Christine Fitzduff

This course is a study of the utilization of a variety of multi-faceted approaches to policy and practice in coexistence and conflict interventions as well as the strategic design and evaluation of such interventions. Open to non-Brandeis degree students with permission of the instructor. (Wednesday 2:10-5:00 p.m.)

Coexistence and Conflict: Theory and Analysis (COEX 210a)
BRANDEIS PEACE, CONFLICT, AND COEXISTENCE STUDIES

NOT OFFERED FALL 2012

Instructor:
Mari Christine Fitzduff
HS 210A — Coexistence and Conflict: Theory and Analysis

This course addresses the current and emerging context of intercommunal conflict around the world and the varying and developing theoretical approaches to the emergence and resolution of such conflicts. Usually offered every year. (Friday 9:00 a.m. — 11:50 a.m.)

Coexistence: The Arts of Building Peace
BRANDEIS PEACE, CONFLICT, AND COEXISTENCE STUDIES

NOT OFFERED FALL 2012

Instructor:
Cynthia Cohen
781-736-2133

How can music, theatre, poetry, literature, and visual arts contribute to community development, coexistence, and non-violent social change? In the aftermath of violence, how can artists help communities reconcile? Students explore these questions through interviews, case studies, and projects. (Fall: Tuesday 1:40-4:30 p.m.; Spring: Monday 2:10-5:00p.m.)

War and Possibilities of Peace (Soc 119a)
BRANDEIS UNIVERSITY PEACE, CONFLICT, AND COEXISTENCE STUDIES

NOT OFFERED FALL 2012
Instructor:
Gordon Fellman
Brandeis University
781-736-2642

Ponders the possibility of a major “paradigm shift” under way from adversarialism and war to mutuality and peace. Examines war culture and peace culture and points in between, with emphases on the role of imagination in social change, growing global interdependence, and political, economic, gender, social class, and social psychological aspects of war and peace. Usually offered every year. (Tuesday and Friday 11:00 am -12:20 p.m.)

International Environmental Conflict and Collaboration (ENVS 18b)
BRANDEIS UNIVERSITY ENVIRONMENTAL STUDIES

NOT OFFERED FALL 2012
Instructor:
Charles Chester
cchester@brandeis.edu

A study of the development of international environmental law and policy through a historical lens. Examines how early diplomatic initiatives have–and importantly, have not–shaped the contemporary structure of international environmental relations. (Monday and Wednesday 5:10-6:30 p.m.)

Conflict and Peacemaking, the Middle East (Pol 164A)
BRANDEIS UNIVERSITY PEACE AND CONFLICT STUDIES PROGRAM
FALL 2012

Instructor:
Shai Feldman
Brandeis University
781-736-2750

Evolution of the Arab-Israeli conflict and the efforts to resolve it. Focuses on key documents and developments with particular emphasis on the Palestinian-Israeli dimension, and the different narratives adopted by the parties on the conflict. Usually offered every third year. (Monday 9:00 a.m.-11:50 a.m.)

Conflict Analysis and Intervention (LGLS 130a)
BRANDEIS UNIVERSITY PEACE, CONFLICT, AND COEXISTENCE STUDIES PROGRAM

FALL 2012

Instructor:
Melissa Stimell
781-730-3027

Examines alternatives to litigation, including negotiation and mediation. Through simulations and court observations, students assess their own attitudes about and skills in conflict resolution. Analyzes underlying theories in criminal justice system, divorce, adoption, and international arena. (Tuesday and Friday, 11:00 a.m.-12:20 p.m.)