POLT 203 - The First Amendment

This course may also count for the major in (consult the program or department major requirements) :
Law and Society
Next Offered: 2009-2010
Semester Offered: First Semester
Credits (Range): 3 Hours
Attribute: 3 SS

This course will consider some of the historical, theoretical, and doctrinal issues surrounding the First Amendment to the American constitution (freedom of expression and freedom of, and from, religion). Topics include obscenity and sexual speech, libel, hate speech, school prayer and other forms of religious expression. A previous course in constitutional law is helpful but is not required. Class participation is essential and is a component of each student’s grade. Enrollment limit: 25.
Instructor: H. Hirsch