Prevention and Wellness Services launches 'Conflict Academy' workshops

Prevention and Wellness Services, in partnership with University Residences and the Office of Student Life, is launching a pilot program this week to help Western students deal more effectively with conflict: Conflict Academy.

Twice-weekly Conflict Academy workshops will be offered now through winter quarter, beginning Wednesday, Nov. 7, with content designed to help students build skills for managing conflict constructively. 

Each 90-minute Conflict Academy workshop covers:

  • the physiology of stress and basic dynamics of conflict
  • understanding triggers and needs
  • conflict styles and strategies
  • effective communication skills

Students can register online at pws.wwu.edu/conflictacademy.  

For more information, contact pws@wwu.edu.