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LAWS 200 - Law and Society: An Overview


Semester Offered: Fall Semester
Full Course
Credits: 4 credits
Attribute: 4SS

Law frames the way we live as a society, from providing practical resolution to socially contentious issues to guiding the types of policies that affect how our social institutions function and how we relate to one another. This course is designed to provide students with an introduction to various types of law as well as ways in which fields of inquiry intersect with, interrogate and challenge the law and policies set to be in accordance with the law. Our examination will include readings from representative fields and films that have brought aspects of law and society to life.  Film Viewing Required.

Enrollment Limit: 25
Instructor: J. Babyak


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