Author Archives: MU_Peacemaking
From Pakistan with peace
Another post from Fr. Simon. May 8, 2010 Our friend offered to drive us up to a town just outside of Mingora , even though none of us had so much as a toothbrush in tow, we quickly said yes. … Continue reading
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Real students make real impact
This week we will skip the usual Q & A session, but no worries. You will still meet not one, not two, but three amazing individuals devoted to nonviolence and peacemaking. Last week Molly Ryan, Amanda Griedl and Chris Jeske … Continue reading
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Get to know us: Chris Jeske
Today we meet cheerful and tech-savvy Chris. If you like our new Web site, he is the person to thank to. Briefly introduce yourself! I am a Junior, majoring in Information Technology and Marketing with a minor in African Studies. I … Continue reading
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Get to know us: Carole Poth
Today we will meet with Carole Poth. Officially she is our Office Associate. Unofficially, she is the glue that keeps us together and ensures the smooth operations in the center. Briefly introduce yourself! I’m Carole Poth. My official title at … Continue reading
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What we should have learned from Martin Luther King Jr.
On Monday we celebrated Martin Luther King Jr.’s Day. News articles, columns, opinion letters and blogs were published about the legacy of Martin Luther King. Institutions and individuals organized discussions, panels, concerts and other events to celebrate his achievements. We appreciated … Continue reading
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Get to know us: Patrick Kennelly
It is about time to get to know us. Every Monday we will introduce someone: an employee, a professor, a student, a Milwaukee resident. Every Monday we will introduce someone who is devoted to peacemaking and nonviolence. Today we will … Continue reading
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What to expect from us in 2010
Happy New Year! Let 2010 be peaceful! We are excited to share with you all the great things we have planned for the first part of the year. We will start 2010 with a 2-week Nonviolence Media Exhibit starting … Continue reading
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Violence in Cabinda
Cabinda rebels for independence attacked Togo’s football team on its way to the Africa Cup of Nations in Angola on Friday. Three people were killed and nine were wounded. The Front for the Liberation of the Enclave of Cabinda (FLEC), … Continue reading
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