Profile: Michael Benowitz

I am a recent graduate of Colgate University looking for an intern or volunteer experience in the Boston area. My major was in history with a minor on Peace & Conflict Studies and I am interested in pursuing opportunities with regards to conflict resolution and the United Nations.

A major focus of my studies was peacekeeping, particularly on cooperation between the UN and other regional organizations in such operations. While missions undertaken in this vein have unique capabilities they have also have proven to be weak in key areas, as evidenced by the experience of such missions as the ongoing operation in Darfur undertaken by the UN and AU.

I feel that better a better understanding of the situation on the ground gained through comprehensive research is the first step in improving the effectiveness of such operations. As such I am looking for a research opportunity as I move towards a post-graduate education.