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The God Effect: Exploring the Long-Term Influences of Elicited Mystical Experiences

Doctoral Dissertation Project Summary by Ron Pappalardo | ronpappalardo.com Abstract This dissertation project provides a window into the lives of people who underwent a Mystical experience while attending one of […]

The 90-Degree Leader: Bridging Faith and Reason for Meaningful Relations and Personal Growth

Doctoral Dissertation Project Summary by Magnus Larsson | Larssonusa@gmail.com Abstract How can religious ideas be presented to people who do not already have a background in faith? Is there a […]

Muslim Marital Counseling: Views, Perceptions, and Experiences of Yankasa Muslim Community in the Bronx, NY, USA

Doctoral Dissertation Project by Alhassan Abubakari Kamagtey | a.kamagtey@hji.edu, gawsuzaman@gmail.com, Alhassan.kamagtey@wmchealth.org My dissertation focused on the role of marital counseling in enhancing the quality of marital relationships among married couples […]

Building a Community-Oriented Church through Beautification Projects: A Case Study of the Application and Practice of Service-Learning as a Catalyst for Community Development

Doctoral Dissertation Project Overview by Shota Iwasaki | Shotaiwasaki1031@gmail.com, +1 267 333 2347 This dissertation project aimed to show how an active, genuine, community-oriented ministry could establish a practical ethos […]

Spiritual Life Formation and Growth Education for Young Adults within FFWPU-USA: Opportunities and Limitations

Doctoral Dissertation Project Summary by Alice Fleisher | A.Fleisher@hji.edu Abstract A nationwide study was conducted, assessing the spiritual life and development providence, including both cognitive education and practices available for […]

Unified Voices: Exploring Intergenerational Collaboration in a Unificationist Worship Model

Doctoral Dissertation Project Summary by Mika Deshotel | M.Deshotel@hji.edu Abstract This study looked at the effects of monthly intergenerational worship services within a medium-sized Northeast Unificationist community in Bridgeport, Connecticut. […]

In Her Image: Effect of a Personal Relationship with Heavenly Mother on Self-Worth in Motherhood

Doctoral Dissertation Project Summary by Katarina Connery | KConnery@wfwp.us Abstract This dissertation project explores whether deepening a connection to God’s motherly love—expressed through the nurturing presence of “Heavenly Mother”—can help […]

The Reintegration of Ex-offenders in Society: The Collaboration of Community and Faith-Based Organizations Focusing on Transitioning from Prison to Work to Society

Doctoral Dissertation Project Summary by Kenneth Alexander | K.Alexander@hji.edu Abstract It is the lack of agencies working together to provide citizens returning to society after incarceration with the support they […]

Congratulations to the Class of 2025!

On Saturday, May 31, 2025, HJ International Graduate School for Peace and Public Leadership (HJI) held its 49th Commencement in New York City to celebrate the class of 2025. Special […]

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