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 University Professor; Harris School of Public Policy, Department of Political Science, and the John U. Nef Committee on Social Thought, University of Chicago 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." Upcoming Events More events Civic Leadership Academy 2027 Virtual Information Session Wed., July 22, 2026 | 12:00 PM Get to Know Harris! A Virtual Information Session Wed., July 22, 2026 | 12:00 PM Shanghai Alumni Gathering Fri., July 24, 2026 | 6:00 PM Shanghai Marriott Hotel City Center 555 Xizang Rd (M), People's Square Huangpu Qu Shanghai Shi, 200003 China
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