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Southwest Center for Human Relations Studies (SWCHRS)

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Celebrating 65 Years!

The Southwest Center for Human Relations Studies (SWCHRS), a department of University Outreach/College of Continuing Education (CCE), The University of Oklahoma was established to bridge the gap between higher education and communities and address issues of human conflict and resolution through dialogue, knowledge sharing, and civic engagement. For 65 years, SWCHRS has been devoted to promoting and understanding cross-cultural, intercultural and intracultural communication and cooperation. Through evidence-based approaches, we help organizations, institutions, and communities develop strategies for growth, including workforce pipelines, leadership cultivation, community engagement, and civic participation.

As a leader in higher education professional development, SWCHRS organizes dynamic learning communities that strengthen leadership, enhance workforce efficiency, and build sustainable models for success.

SWCHRS Learning Communities

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SWCHRS Webinars provide professionals in education and related fields with practical, skills-based learning opportunities designed to enhance communication, leadership, and workforce effectiveness.

  • Managing Civil Discourse (MCD) - Fall 2025 and Spring 2026

2025/2026 - CEU Credits Available

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The SWCHRS Live Learning Lab offers CEU credits. Each session will be live. 

Ongoing - CEU Credits Available

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The SWCHRS CEU Hub delivers practical, skills-based training for professionals in healthcare and human services. Courses cover age-specific care, trauma-informed communication, healthcare access, and personal accountability. Live and self-paced options available.

CEU Credits Available

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Transforming campuses through the measurable science of hope. SWCHRS offers a day-and-a-half virtual experience focused on applying hope theory—goals, pathways, and agency—to real-world practice. Participants will learn strategies for casework, supervision, and resilience, and will be eligible to earn a digital micro badge.

Spring 2026

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The SWCHRS Higher Ed Hive brings together educators, leaders, and practitioners from across the region to address pressing challenges in higher education. Through interactive workshops and collaborative dialogues, this initiative fosters innovative strategies and shared understanding, enhancing institutional effectiveness and promoting practices across academic communities.

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Technical Assistance, Consultation, and Training (TACT) provides comprehensive assistance to organizations addressing human conflict and resolution. By collaborating with both higher education and public education institutions, TACT develops tailored strategies to enhance internal capacity and promote conflict resolution, fostering a more harmonious educational landscape.