Peace and justice
Overview

Do you believe that a better world is possible? Are you interested in exploring solutions to reduce human suffering? St. Norbert College students who are passionate about peace and justice develop the competencies to dialogue across difference, transform conflict into resolution and bring hope to those who suffer injustice.

Credential Type

N/A

Credits Required

24

Offered As

Minor
 Academic paths

Prepare to become an agent of positive change by completing six courses to earn a minor in peace and justice studies.

Courses Checklist (24cr):
PEAC 200 Introduction to Peace and Justice
PEAC 400 Capstone in Peace and Justice


Students must take four additional courses across the liberal arts disciplines which must be approved by the peace and justice minor program director.

Note: It is strongly encouraged that at least one course taken in the minor carry a community engagement designation (CENG).

*This pathway is to be used as a guide. Refer to the Course Catalog for official degree requirements.
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Julia Greco ’20

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Julia Greco ’20
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Career outcomes

Sustainable peace requires informed action by agents of change in every sector of society. With a peace and justice minor, you’ll find yourself equipped to work for change on some of the most complex issues of our time, no matter what profession you enter or what field of graduate study you pursue:

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  • Church mission and service director
  • College professor
  • Community organizer
  • Environmental advocate
  • Government worker
  • Nonprofit administrator
  • Peace Corps volunteer
  • Social entrepreneur
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