Peace and Justice Studies

Peace and Justice Studies is a multidisciplinary minor that explores the causes and nature of conflict and war, the connections between violence, terrorism, war and social life, and models of peacebuilding, healing and reconciliation in the resolution and transformation of conflict. Students who minor in Peace and Justice Studies are encouraged to explore opportunities relevant to Peace and Justice Studies through fieldwork, service learning, internships and study abroad.  

Faculty across the campus contribute courses to the Peace and Justice Studies Minor, representing a wide variety of perspectives and methodologies. The Peace and Justice Studies program is enriched by continued association with Fellow of Peace and Justice Studies, Rajmohan Ramanathapillai, former professor of Philosophy and Peace and Justice Studies at Gettysburg College.

Interested students should contact the following faculty: 

Lisa Portmess, Coordinator - lportmes@gettysburg.edu

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