POL 215 - Civil Rights and Liberties

Institution:

Dean College

Subject:

Description:

The study of law governing American civil rights and liberties, primarily through decisions of the United States Supreme Court, in a political and historical context. Emphasis will be on the following areas: First Amendment freedoms of expression (speech, press, assembly); freedom of religion; equal protection of the laws and discrimination (race, gender, class, sexual orientation and disability); the right to privacy; and the rights of the criminally excused. Offered every fall semester.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

www.dean.edu

Phone Number:

(508) 541-1900

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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