The Matsunaga Institute for Peace and Conflict Resolution is a multi-disciplinary community of scholars, students, and practitioners who, through academic programs and outreach, promote cross-cultural understanding and collaborative problem-solving. Residing within the Public Policy Center (PPC), the institute emphasizes critical thinking and collaboration to groom future leaders to address contemporary and complex issues in Hawaii, the Asia-Pacific region, and the world.
Office: Saunders Hall 523
Tel: (808) 956-6433
Fax: (808) 956-9121
Website: www.peaceinstitute.hawaii.edu
Students at the Matsunaga Institute for Peace and Conflict Resolution develop a theoretical foundation to advance scholarship in peace studies, including human rights and advocacy, leadership and governance, policy analysis, and communications, while they learn and hone practical conflict management skills to develop as professionals in their chosen field. The institute is committed to building on Hawai'i's cultural heritage and island values of aloha, mutual aid and respect, and sense of community.
Specialties
Peace Studies broadens students’ perspectives and strengthens critical thinking on issues of war and peace; justice and human rights; and governance.
Conflict Resolution (facilitation, mediation, and negotiation) focuses on community and civic relations, and interpersonal skills vital to good leadership.
Degrees Offered
Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Interdisciplinary Studies—major in Peace and Conflict Resolution, Undergraduate Certificate (equivalent to a minor) in Peace Studies; Graduate Certificate in Conflict Resolution
Courses offered by the institute are listed under the subject alpha PACE (Peace and Conflict Education).
Title: Associate Professor
Office: Saunders 308
Phone: 956-2437
Email: bbarnes@hawaii.edu
Title: Professor - Undergraduate Advisor
Office: Saunders 720
Phone: 956-4236
Email: bhallett@hawaii.edu
Title: Professor
Office: Saunders 506
Phone: 956-6940
Email: carolep@hawaii.edu
Title: Associate Specialist - Director
Office: Saunders 523
Phone: 956-6433
Email: uhip@hawaii.edu
Title: Administrative Professional Technical - Educational Specialist
Office: Saunders 523
Phone: (808) 956-6433
Email: jbarzola@hawaii.edu
Title: Secretary
Office: Saunders 723
Phone: 956-4237
Email: ppcsec@hawaii.edu