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Lecture on Religion, Violence, and Nonviolence – Thursday, June 28th at 6 pm

by |June 27th, 2012

As part of a public lecture series on the “History and Future of Religious Violence and Apocalyptic Movements”, the Hertog Global Strategy Initiative, along with the Institute for Religion, Culture & Public Life, presents Harvey Cox, Jr., Hollis Research Professor of Divinity at Harvard Divinity School.

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Radio Interview with Professor Marc Levy – Now Online

by |June 27th, 2012

Columbia University’s Marc Levy is the Deputy Director of the Center for International Earth Science Information Network.  In an interview with AC4‘s Dr. Peter Coleman, Levy explores insecure land tenure in Haiti, describing his research efforts to understand how Haitian citizens handle land tenure disputes. AC4  recommends that you listen to this interview now available… read more

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AC4 Launches Digital Media Page – June 25, 2012

by |June 25th, 2012

AC4 is dedicated to sharing current and innovative work pertaining to our four tenets: 1) conflict resolution, 2) violence prevention, 3) peace, and 4) sustainable development. In our efforts to engage with all individuals, both within and outside of Columbia University, who want to learn more about these fields of study, we have officially launched a… read more

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Is Mining the New Peacekeeping? – Participate in Online Chat on Thursday, June 21st

by |June 20th, 2012

AC4 recommends you tune into Canadian International Council’s live online chat looking at how “mineral and hydrocarbon industries help lead the world toward peaceful and sustainable economic development”. A message from the program organizers is below along with access to the online chat space. ___________________________________________________________________________________ A live conversation on mining’s place in Canadian foreign policy… read more

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Radio Interview with Professor Marc Levy – Live June 19th at 9 pm on WKCR Radio, 89.9 fm

by |June 18th, 2012

Check out this interview with Professor Marc Levy, Deputy Director of the Center for International Earth Science Information Network (CIESIN), as he is interviewed by our very own Executive Co-Chair, Dr. Peter Coleman. You can listen to the interview live on June 19th from 9-9:30 pm on WKCR Radio, 89.9 fm. This marks the second… read more

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Meet Moo Kho Paw, A Refugee from Burma – Tuesday, June 19th

by |June 13th, 2012

AC4 encourages you to meet Moo Kho Paw, a refugee from Burma, who will share her account of life in Burma under the constant threat of violence from Burmese soldiers. A message from the talk coordinators is below. ___________________________________________________________________________________ Join the United Methodist Committee on Relief (UMCOR) and founders of Prosperity Candle as they share… read more

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Consilience: The Journal of Sustainable Development, Issue IX – Call for Submissions – July 27, 2012

by |June 11th, 2012

AC4 highly encourages all individuals who are doing research in the field of sustainable development to submit their work for publication in Consilience: The Journal of Sustainable Development. Consilience publishes scholarly articles, opinion pieces, field notes, editorial columns and photo essays. By providing a public platform for discussion, it hopes to encourage a global community… read more

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Alternative Dispute Resolution Fellowship in Rome for Fall 2012 – Apply by June 29, 2012

by |June 9th, 2012

AC4 recommends individuals who are just beginning their careers look into this fellowship opportunity.  A message from the ADR Center is below. ______________________________________________________________________________________ ADR Center, a member of JAMS International, has a new opening for a three-month legal fellowship position in its office in the heart of Rome to provide general support to our International… read more

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Peace Parade 2012, June 10, 2012 – Volunteers Needed

by |June 9th, 2012

The Peace Parade is seeking individuals to volunteer and support the parade on June 10, 2012.  Learn more about the parade here. A messsage from the parade coordinators is below. PEACE PARADE 2012 needs VOLUNTEERS! We are seeking Peace Ambassadors, Animodule Caretakers, Movers & Shakers and Crafty Types to volunteer and support the parade!

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Knowing North Korea Book Event – Only Beautiful, Please: A British Diplomat in North Korea – June 19, 2012

by |June 6th, 2012

AC4 recommends that you attend this book event with Ambassador John Everard, author and former UK ambassador to North Korea.  A message from the event organizers is below. ____________________________________________________________________________________ What is it like to serve as one’s national representative in North Korea?  How is one received, from leaders to ordinary North Koreans?  How does one… read more

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