May 17, 2005

Wayne State institute to focus on fostering peace

High school students can sign up for the weeklong Ralph Bunche Summer Institute at Wayne State University in Detroit. Bunche, a native Detroiter, was the first African American to receive the Nobel Peace Prize, in 1950. The institute, scheduled June 20-24, focuses on topics such as conflict resolution, diversity, negotiation, international affairs and fostering peace. Its goal is to teach students about the life of Bunche, who was a diplomat and peace negotiator. The week includes a stay in a WSU residence hall.

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