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Justice Studies 430: Social Protest, Conflict and Change

TH 7:10-10:00 pm MCC BP9
Our world is in a time of great foment and upheaval. Social disruption and change are occurring on an unprecedented scale – often with crusades of unspeakable horror against humanity. Into this disturbing context come concerted efforts by political, religious and social leaders around the world to stop crimes against humanity and to do so through legal means. This course examines underlying conditions that lead to violent campaigns and then asks several questions: How does the global community work together to punish violators who commit gross human injustices? How do societies heal from large scale atrocity? How can justice be restored to victims of grave social violation? How does society balance the need to avenge past wrongs with the need to move forward with positive social remedies?

For more information: http://www.asu.edu/copp/justice


Religious Studies 494: Religion: A Force for Violence and Peace
4:40-7:30 W BAC 341 (30 Student Cap)
Religion often serves as a precise tool to foment violence. It can function as a rallying point to both justify and mandate the hostile engagement of others in the pursuit of sacred ends. And yet, in contrast, religion often serves as a moral guide for principled peace building efforts in the face of grave danger. Courage and selflessness are called forth in faithfulness to the sacred texts. The ambiguous, and at times confounding, role of religion in both local and global conflicts will be the focus of this course. Students will gain an introductory understanding of how the world’s five major religions (Islam, Judaism, Hinduism, Christianity, and Buddhism) are actors in both the creation of violent conflict and the pursuit of peace.
For more information: http://www.asu.edu/clas/religious_studies/


Law 775: Lodestar Mediation
3:00-5:00 MW Library Classroom
Mediation is one alternative available for dispute resolution. In this Clinic, students receive the Basic 40-Hour Mediation Training and are expected to apply their new skills in two specific contexts: at the Justice Courts of Maricopa County (Small Claims Court) and through the Residence Life program at ASU. (Note: 3 non-law degree, Master’s level students are allowed in the class.)
For more information: http://www.law.asu.edu/