Adjunct Associate Professor
Basil Ugorji, Ph.D. is a peace and conflict scholar. Dr. Ugorji’s research focuses on innovative approaches to navigating the complex landscape of traumatic memories of war and violence. His expertise lies in contributing to the profound task of achieving national reconciliation in postwar transitional societies. With research published in peer-reviewed journals such as Ethnic Studies Review, and currently serving as the editor of the Journal of Living Together, Dr. Ugorji is dedicated to fostering scholarly discourse and advancing new knowledge in the field....
Carolina, Demetrius
Adjunct Assistant Professor of Ministry
Acknowledged by NY as among the Staten Island Power 100 & as NYC Power 100 Religious leaders for the past 5 years, Rev. Dr. Demetrius S. Carolina has distinguished himself as an effective regional proven leader. He serves as Senior Pastor at First Central Baptist Church. He is also CEO of Dior Consultants LLC, a de-carbonization alternative energy development corporation. He is an Adjunct Professor at St. John’s University in the School of Education & HJ International Graduate School. He served as Executive Director of the Central Family...
Take the HJI Challenge: Choose from the HJI Featured Spring Courses
HJ International Graduate School for Peace and Public Leadership Spring classes begin January 29!
Exciting courses include:
Ministry and Public Leadership in America taught by Dr. Thomas Walsh and Rev. Demian Dunkley. Watch Dr. Walsh’s intro video here
Korean Language 1 taught by Christina Miyake. Watch Ms. Miyake’s intro video here
Divine Principle in Depth taught by Dr. Andrew Wilson. Watch Dr. Wilson’s intro video here
History of Christianity 1 taught by Dr. Michael Mickler. Watch Dr. Mickler’s intro...
Tanabe, Jennifer
Adjunct Assistant Professor of Educational Assessment
Jennifer Tanabe obtained both her Bachelors (1974) and Doctoral (1978) degrees in
Experimental Psychology from the University of Edinburgh in Scotland. She was also a
postdoctoral fellow at the University of Minnesota’s Institute of Child Development. She has
taught courses in psychology, statistics, research methods, and Unification studies.
Dr. Tanabe began working at Unification Theological Seminary in 1988, taking on various
administrative responsibilities as well as teaching. She currently works as a freelance educational...
Miyake, Christina
Lecturer in Korean Language
Christina Miyake is a Lecturer in Korean Language at HJ International Graduate School for Peace and Public Leadership. A native English speaker, she has studied the Korean language most of her life, including time abroad in South Korea as an adolescent and again as a university student. Having begun her undergraduate studies at Northwestern University, her desire to further her Korean language study led her to uproot her life in the United States and move to South Korea, where she received her undergraduate degree at Sun Moon University. While living in South...
Chapel Service: Thanksgiving Reflections on the Era of the Barrytown Providence
HJI was pleased to hold a virtual chapel service entitled “Thanksgiving Reflections on the Era of the Barrytown Providence” featuring special remarks from Dr. Thomas Walsh, President, Dr. Thomas Ward, Provost, Dr. Michael Mickler, Distinguished Professor of Historical Studies, Ute Delaney, Senior Associate Dean for Academic Administration.
Steven Boyd, Dean of Enrollment Management & Student Life, began the service by inviting all in attendance to join in heartfelt reflections of gratitude and appreciation for the many years of successful activities on the Barrytown...
Perspectives on the Crisis in Gaza
Perspectives on the Crisis in Gaza
On Tuesday, November 21, HJI was pleased to co-host a panel discussion with the Higher Purpose Forum (HPF) entitled, “Perspectives on the Crisis in Gaza.” Distinguished panelists presented varied perspectives on serious challenges and potential solutions associated with the recent tragic events in southern Israel and the Gaza Strip.
HPF Chair, James Edgerly, hosted this important event attended by over 150 participants.
Panelists included Dr Drissa Kone, HJI Associate Professor of Conflict Resolution and the Ministry, Dr. Andrew Wilson, HJI...
Statement on the Tragedy Unfolding in the Holy Land
Statement on the Tragedy Unfolding in the Holy Land
October 17, 2023
Dear Members of the HJI Community,
As we observe the tragic circumstances that have unfolded in the Holy Land over the past several days, our hearts are overwhelmed with a deep sadness. The horrific loss of lives, many to senseless violence, leaves us in a state of shock. We are especially troubled in knowing that this tragedy is taking place in a region of the world—the Holy Land—that has given birth to Judaism, Christianity and Islam, religions of ultimate value and wisdom, revered and respected all across...
Commemorating the US Constitution
Commemorating the US Constitution
HJI commemorated US Constitution Day with an important program entitled “The US Constitution and the UN Charter: Key Similarities and Differences” presented by HJI President, Dr. Thomas G. Walsh. The event was hosted by HJI Provost, Thomas J. Ward and HJI Dean of Enrollment Management and Student Life, Steven Boyd, gave the welcoming remarks. During Dean Boyd’s warm welcome, he explained that all higher education institutions which receive federal funding are required to hold an educational program honoring the US constitution that was signed in 1787....