OLLI Scholar James Eliscar holds a Master of Science in Public Affairs in International Relations from UMass Boston and has served as a Teaching Assistant and Research Fellow at the Haitian Language and Culture Institute at UMass.  He continues to consult with Haiti on economic development and sustainability issues.  His research focuses on environmental affairs, governance, economic and participatory development and planning strategies.

1 course: Failed States and Secuirty Threats in the International System