BOONE, N.C. — James Luke Barber ’18, graduate student in the political science program in Appalachian State University's Department of Government and Justice Studies, is contributing to the preservation of Holocaust histories through his work for App State's Center for Judaic, Holocaust and Peace Studies (CJHPS). Before beginning his graduate studies, Barber earned his bachelor’s degree in communication with a concentration in journalism from App State and went on to write for several local newspapers. As a local journalist, Barber stayed in touch with the Center, reaching out again following the passing of its co-founder, Dr. Rennie Bratz. ###About the Center for Judaic, Holocaust and Peace StudiesAppalachian State University’s Center for Judaic, Holocaust and Peace Studies was established in 2002 to develop new educational opportunities for students, teachers and the community. The department offers five majors – advertising, communication studies, electronic media/broadcasting, journalism and public relations – and a minor in communication studies.