Conflict Resolution Center hosts nonviolent communication conference Come to a workshop Friday and Saturday, Dec. 5 and 6, based on the teaching of Marshall Rosenberg, author of "Nonviolent Communication," who developed a practice and philosophy referred to as Nonviolent Communication (NVC) to help people learn ways to interact when judgment, guilt, blame or shame arise. The NVC empathy process teaches us to tune into and listening for universal human needs. Practicing this process improves listening and speaking skills, and impacts all communication with family, friends, clients, at workplaces, and in our community. An introductory session is set for Thursday, Dec. 4, from 3 to 5 p.m. A $10 donation is suggested. Course times are 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday, Dec. 5, and Saturday, Dec. 6, in 211 Skalicky Tech Incubator, next to the Hilton Garden. The cost for the full retreat is $250; cost for one day is $135. In keeping with NVC traditions, scholarships may be considered by contacting Linda Hendrikson. North Dakota social work, counseling, and graduate credits are available; North Dakota APA application is in process. Registration is available through the Conflict Resolution Center at 777-3664 or e-mail conflictresolution@und.nodak.edu