Following extensive positive feedback from participants of the UPEACE January Institute, the University for Peace is proud to announce the opening of a second round of Institute courses from the 8^th to the 19^th of June, 2009.

The UPEACE June Institute will consist of two and one-week short courses that will be given in different areas such as peace, conflict, entrepreneurship, media, and international migration. Courses will be facilitated by resident UPEACE faculty and international professionals with extensive expertise in each of these areas.

Set in the serene campus of the university, the UPEACE June Institute offers the opportunity for participants from diverse backgrounds to partake in a rich educational experience in the beautiful tropical country of Costa Rica, a country that has opted not to have an army and holds an impressive environmental record.

Like the January Institute, the June Institute presents a great opportunity to engage advanced UPEACE participants working on their thesis and final projects, professionals, practitioners, academics and participants of peace and conflict, in interactive participatory classes and informal gatherings which will bring several cultures and views together.

Similarly, the June Institute will be offered for graduate credit, and for training purposes.

A 25% tuition fees discount is offerred to UN personnel.

Testimonials

I came back to take the "Entrepreneurship in the Social Sector" class, having heard wonders about Prof. Mukherjee which was all true. This was definitely one of the most engaging and useful classes I have ever been a part of. I am looking forward to June!
Adria Scharmen Fuentes
UPEACE-IPS Graduate 2008

"Returning to UPEACE and Costa Rica for another intellectual experience will be an honor!"
UPEACE January Institute Participant 09

For more information, write to institute@upeace.org.