Minor in Justice and Peace Studies
Minor in Justice and Peace Studies
CATHOLIC TEACHING IN ACTION
In this minor, you will learn how to apply the social teachings of the Catholic Church to the cultural, economic, and political realities of today’s world. You’ll explore the fundamentals of Catholic social teaching and the relationship between faith and responsible citizenship. You’ll also gain a unique real-world perspective by completing an internship. This program can give you a solid foundation for future volunteer, missionary, or social work.
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Curriculum
Course Requirements:
The following is required to complete the minor:
TH 340: Catholic Social Teaching
Three (3) elective courses approved by the Coordinator of the Justice and Peace Minor (see list below)
Internship approved by the Coordinator of the Justice and Peace Minor
Elective Courses currently approved for the Minor include:
BI 312: Issues in Natural Sciences
BU 410: Business and Society
CJ 365: Juvenile Justice
CJ 403: Ethics & Criminal Justice
CJ/TH 375: Theological Perspectives on Restorative Justice
EC/PO 355/356: Political Economy
ED 308: Perspectives in Education
EN 303: 20th & 21st Century Women Writers
EN 400: Special Topics: Love in the Literary Tradition
EV 300: Introduction to Environmental Science
ET 401: Social Ventures (Nonprofits)
HI 412: The History of American Civil Rights Movement
PC 360: Social Psychology
PO 401/402: Classical/Modern Political Philosophy
SO 313: Race and Ethnic Relations
SO 351: Social Problems
TH 330: Introduction to Moral Theology
TH 345: Theology of Sexuality and Marriage
*It is the student’s responsibility to verify that all degree requirements for graduation are fulfilled.
Students are encouraged to apply for missionary service with the Benedictine Volunteer Corps.
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