Ignacio Boloix Peiro, Undergrad Student
In his relatively short time studying at Mason, Ignacio Boloix Peiro describes his course in conflict analysis and resolution as “very rewarding.” Originally from Spain, Ignacio is an exchange student from the University of Zaragoza, and is currently enrolled in a CONF 101 course session with Edi Jurkovic, a PhD student. “I have become very interested in this field because I see its practicality in the real world and the teacher for the class makes the content very interesting.”
Ignacio’s interest in the field of conflict resolution started in 2014, when he took part in simulation exercises focused on the work of the European Union in the European Parliament in Strasbourg, and in the Young European Council in Brussels. “These were wonderful experiences and aside from making friends from all over the world, I discovered the field of conflict resolution and decided to learn more about it.”
Ignacio studies Law and Business at the University of Zaragoza in Spain, and combined with his conflict resolution courses he hopes to acquire the tools needed to comprehensively understand human interaction especially how people choose to behave in a certain way. Ignacio’s plan after completing his education is to go back to Europe and work for the European Union. “In the EU problems must be solved with solutions which satisfy the interests of all the 28 Member States. In my opinion, Conflict Resolution skills are essential in such a situation.”
Outside of his academic studies, Ignacio loves to travel and go skiing. “I live near the Pyrenees Mountains and I take advantage of the outdoors whenever I can.”