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Scheinman Institute Conflict Resolution Club

The Scheinman Institute on Conflict Resolution at Cornell University promotes interdisciplinary education, research and training in dispute resolution for students, academics, neutrals and practitioners. The Institute builds on the Cornell ILR School’s proud tradition of instruction in the practical use of conflict resolution skills in the workplace and beyond.

The issues surrounding conflict in the workplace are the center of our public discourse and public policy.
It takes a certain set of skills and expertise to navigate this changing landscape.

"With my wife, Laurie, we endowed the Scheinman Institute on Conflict Resolution to provide students, professionals and others interested in dispute resolution with the tools they need to help create a better society. Today, Scheinman Institute faculty and alumni stand at the forefront in resolving the most complicated and significant work-related issues."

-Marty Scheinman, Founder
Scheinman Institute on Conflict Resolution

Watch how the Scheinman Institute addresses the critical conflict resolution challenges of our time through its research, teaching, training and outreach.

News

Employment and Labor ADR Hub Hosts Discussion of Organizational Ombuds

Recently, the Institute’s Employment and Labor ADR Hub hosted a discussion on the role of organizational ombuds. The event was led by Sarah Miller Espinosa, an organizational ombuds, arbitrator and mediator.   
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GOT TO GET BETTER IN A LITTLE WHILE*

Director Ellen Gallin Procida discusses school districts and unions in the time of the pandemic.
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Future of Neutrals Seminar To Feature Harry Katz and Richard Fincher

Seminar addresses the future of the ADR profession
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Director's Update

Institute Director Harry Katz provides an update for January.
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The Role of Union Leadership for Worker Acceptance of the COVID-19 Vaccine

John August, the Director of the Institute's healthcare programs discusses the importance of unions in the rollout of the Covid vaccine.
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Understanding Resilience In The Epicenter Of The Pandemic

Director of Healthcare Programs John August showcases the workers at a NYC hospital in the center of the pandemic.
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Professional Training

Advanced Internal Investigations Process

Learn and practice the complete step-by-step internal investigation process. Receive extensive content related to conducting interviews, investigation techniques, determining credibility, managing bias, reaching conclusions, and implementing outcomes. Apply a case study to the internal investigations process and interact with expert investigators to learn best practices and acquire new skills.

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    Mar 16 - 24, 2021
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    $1595

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Becoming a Mediator: The Business Plan

This program helps emerging or established neutrals to build a business plan to successfully launch or enhance an ADR neutral career. Explore the nature of self-employment and how to broaden practice areas and increase market potential.

Dates for online sessions will be posted as soon as they are available.

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Learn more about Becoming a Mediator: The Business Plan

Cross-Cultural Issues in Conflict

Examine the roles culture and diversity play in conflict and conflict resolution. Participants will learn to understand how differences are perceived in conflict exchanges. Activities focus on cross-cultural communication techniques to enhance conflict resolution. Dispute resolution methods, perception process and attribution theory are key discussion points.

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    Feb 2 - 4, 2021
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    $1495

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Outreach

Lisa Csencsits Promoted

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Scheinman Institute Designs Training Program for S&P Global

The Scheinman Institute partners with S&P Global for a program to enhance the organization's HR capabilities.
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Director Katz Featured At 19th Annual Labor and Employment Law Roundtable

Director Katz featured at 19th Annual Labor and Employment Law Roundtable
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Teaching

ILR Students Learn Dispute Resolution Used by Hopi and Navajo Nations

A new course explores indigenous Native American dispute resolution processes.
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Dietetic Interns Seek Success Through Conflict Management

Director of Conflict Programs, Katrina Nobles, discusses why there has been an increase in the popularity of the dietetic intern conflict resolution workshop, and why that trend is likely to continue.
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Campus Mediation Practicum Revamped Virtually

Campus Mediation Practicum goes online revamping both courses and student mediations.
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