Prof. James Robinson weighs in on the recent peace process with the FARC. April 17, 2017 Harris Public Policy Prof. James Robinson, The Reverend Dr. Richard L. Pearson Professor of Global Conflict and Faculty Director, The Pearson Institute for the Study and Resolution of Global Conflicts, shared his insights into the history of the FARC and the recent Colombian peace process. In addition, to learn more, please join us on Monday, April 24, for the Dr. Richard L. Pearson Lecture feat. Sergio Jaramillo, Colombian High Commissioner for Peace. Mr. Jaramillo will discuss his experience negotiating a peace accord with the FARC that ended one of the world's longest-running conflicts, and what lies ahead for the region. Faculty Spotlight James Robinson The Reverend Dr. Richard L. Pearson Professor of Global Conflict; Institute Director, The Pearson Institute for the Study and Resolution of Global Conflicts A prominent political scientist and economist, James Robinson has conducted influential research in the field of political and economic development and the factors at the root causes of conflict. His work explores the relationship between poverty and society, and he co-authored "Why Nations Fail." Read more Upcoming Events Fall Open House Thu., October 24, 2019 | 8:00 AM Harris School of Public Policy - The Keller Center 1307 E. 60th St. Chicago, IL 60637 United States Get to Know Harris! Coffee in Monterrey Mon., October 28, 2019 | 8:00 AM Vuelo Libre Café Creativo 325C Avenida Luis Elizondo 64840 Ciudad De México, Mexico More events
October 17, 2019 Leading Scholars and High-Ranking Political Decision-Makers from Around the World Gather to Discuss Current Global Crises and Conflicts Read more
September 24, 2019 “The Narrow Corridor” by James A. Robinson and Daron Acemoglu Released Sept. 24 Read more