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CU's Playback Ensemble Seeks New Members!

Anonymous — Mon, 22 Aug 2022 15:54:59 +0000

CU's Playback Ensemble Seeks New Members! Anonymous (not verified) Mon, 08/22/2022 - 09:54

If you are interested in the more dialogic and practice-oriented side of PACS, you need to check out CU's very own Playback Ensemble. They do fantastic work in promoting critical conversations and difficult dialogues using the tools of theater. They are having their first information session this Saturday, 8/27 from 11:00 to 1:00pm

You can find more information on Playback here: /theatredance/playback or reach out to Jim Walker at james.f.walker@colorado.edu for details on the information session.

[video:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i2ofyveoBcU]

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Updates to PACS Certificate Requirements & Degree Audit

Anonymous — Mon, 16 May 2022 20:25:28 +0000

Updates to PACS Certificate Requirements & Degree Audit Anonymous (not verified) Mon, 05/16/2022 - 14:25

The following information was sent to enrolled PACS Certificate students. This information has been reposted here just in case it was overlooked.

Degree Audit
- PACS is now finally listed correctly in the Degree Audit! You can now run a report and check your progress on completing the PACS Certificate.
  - Find the instructions on how to run your audit here: /registrar/students/degree-planning/audit/run
  - This will work perfectly for 99% of you. For the 1% that I’ve approved a substitution for a PACS course you may see an error. This is ok – you’ll still earn your certificate even if the Degree Audit does not capture your class. Just email me to confirm.

Curriculum Update
- It has taken a few years, but we now finally have more course options available for you to complete the PACS Certificate. Some important things to note:
  - First, any 4000-level PACS course will now count for the senior capstone requirement which used to be limited to PACS 4500 and 4900. This now includes: PACS 4000, 4100, 4500, and 4900. All 4000-level class are considered skills-focused capstones.
    - We’re rolling out three new 4000-level courses for 2022-23.
      - In the fall we are offering Restorative Justice (PACS 4000)
      - In the spring we are offering Mediation Skills (PACS 4000) and Managing Organizational Conflict (PACS 4100 – online only)
    - PACS 4500 will remain a research-focused seminar and still counts as an option for the senior capstone for IAFS students.
      - Starting in Fall 23, this course will only be offered fall term.
      - Spring 22 will be the last offering of this course as a spring term option.
    - Yes, you can take both Restorative Justice and Mediation Skills. The 4000 listing is a special topics designation and is repeatable up to 6 credits.
  - Second, PACS 3860: Environmental Conflict and Conflict Resolution now counts for the required conflict resolution course. This was previously limited to PACS 3700 and 3850.
    - This course will become a spring only, rather than fall only option starting in Spring 24.
  - Third, you can now complete the PACS Certificate entirely online through Continuing Education courses or mix and match online and in person courses.
    - This used to require special approval, but it no longer does.
- And since PACS now works in the Degree Audit, it will reflect these changes to the curriculum.
  - These changes make it way easier for you to complete the certificate and hopefully, you feel like you now have more options to tailor the program to your interests.
  - You can see course descriptions here: /pacs/pacs-course-offerings
  - If you are unsure what your course plan was, feel free to contact me and we can discuss.

Advising
- Please know that you can reach out to Dr. English at any time for PACS advising related issues. While I have limited availability over summer, I am around and happy to speak with you before the fall term if you have questions or concerns.
  - You can book an appointment here: https://pacs-104754.square.site/
  - If a time in my scheduler does not work, send me an email with some possible times and dates and we’ll find something that does work.

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2022 PACS Certificates Awarded

Anonymous — Wed, 04 May 2022 19:44:22 +0000

2022 PACS Certificates Awarded Anonymous (not verified) Wed, 05/04/2022 - 13:44

We would like to congratulate 28 students in completing PACS certificate within the Spring 2022 semester.

The PACS Certificate offers an individually tailored 18-credit hour program of study that provides undergraduate students with 1) skills to handle conflict more constructively in family, workplace, community, and international settings, 2) a better understanding of public policy controversies and international affairs, and 3) a foundation from which to purse peace, conflict, and security related careers.

The majors represented included International Affairs, Sociology, Political Science, Computer Science, History, Journalism, Communications, Environmental Studies, Religious Studies, Psychology, Information Sciences, and Anthropology.

Congratulations to all the students in completing a PACS certificate!

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Join PACS at The Conference on World Affairs

Anonymous — Mon, 04 Apr 2022 20:53:55 +0000

Join PACS at The Conference on World Affairs Anonymous (not verified) Mon, 04/04/2022 - 14:53

The Conference on World Affairs is back in person on the CU Boulder campus from April 6^th through April 9^th. There are numerous panels of interest for those wanting to understand peace, conflict, and security related issues. Below are some selections we are looking forward to attending.

“How Peace Works” *Updated!
- Friday, April 8^that 1:30pm in UMC 235
- Join PACS Associate Director Michael English as he discusses “How Peace Works” Ambassador Rick Barton, retired Foreign Service Officer Margo Squire and NATO researcher Maurizio Geri.
“Iran: An Underestimated Powerhouse?”
- Saturday, April 9^th at 9am in UMC 235
“Speaking Truth to Power”
- Friday, April 8^th at 1:30pm in Macky Auditorium
“International Takes: Students Share their Countries with CWA”
- Thursday, April 7^th at 3pm in UMC Aspen Rooms
“War in Ukraine: The Tragedy Unfolding and What’s Next,”
- Thursday, April 7^th at 11am in UMC 235
“Why Critical Race Theory is such a Hot-Button Topic”
- April 6^th at 3pm in UMC 235
“Public Art and Awareness”
- April 6^th at 10:30am in UMC East Ballroom

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