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US 278 The Art of Peacebuilding

Cross-cultural conflicts permeate social landscapes worldwide and peacebuilding initiatives have embraced creativity in attempt to bridge such conflicts.  In this class, students explore the complex dynamics of conflict with a focus on evaluating the impact of the arts as a method of peacebuilding.  Utilizing primary and secondary sources, the students analyze the strategic use of arts (music, visual art, dance, theater, and spoken word) as methods of promoting peace and conflict resolution in regions of political and social unrest.