The Peace Initiative

If we can understand and find unity with others, then we can work together to solve problems.

This weeklong event brings in campus and community experts to explore practices for promoting peace and well-being. Techniques include yoga, mindfulness meditation, and gratitude. Join us as we use these approaches to cultivate peace within ourselves and address challenges in our community!

The Peace Initiative will be held March 23rd-27th, 2026. Please check back soon for the schedule and ticketing information, which will be posted below.
 
The Peace Initiative is co-sponsored by the Department of Psychology and the Office of Student Wellness and Wellbeing.

Event Details

Check out the 2026 schedule of events and ticketing information below!
  • 2026 Event Schedule (Full Schedule Coming Soon!)

    Monday, March 23rd:
    • TBA
    Tuesday, March 24th:
    • TBA
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    Wednesday, March 25th:
    •  TBA
    Thursday, March 26th 
    •  TBA
    Friday, March 27th 
    • Peace Parade with ECDC, 10:30 to 11:30 am, Cistern Yard: Join our own Early Childhood Development Center's Peace Parade to celebrate people, peace, and harmony!
    • Meditation Retreat, 2 to 4 pm, Location TBD: Unwind from the week with a calming meditation retreat. Refocus, recenter, and rejuvenate!

  • Ticketing

    Details Coming Soon!

Psychology faculty member Rhonda Swickert, Ph.D. Accent Image

Meet the Organizer!

Peace Initiative organizer and psychology faculty member Rhonda Swickert, Ph.D. guides readers into her research and the practice of mindful meditation in this feature story from the College of Charleston Magazine.

Learning How to Be In the Moment
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