ANTH 595J - Sanctioned Identities:Culture,Power and Law

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University of Arizona

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Description:

Description: This course focuses on social theory and examines its relevance for an understanding of how law, as discourse and practice, shapes and is shaped by social relations, sanctioned identities and dominant cultural forms. We will read foundational texts in social theory as well as more contemporary works that explicitly address the relationship of law to its social and cultural context. These will include works on feminist and critical race theory. Ethnographic and historical case studies will complement and provide grounding for more abstract, theoretical works. Grading: Regular or alternative grades can be awarded for this course: A B C D E or S P C D E. Identical to: LAW 595J; LAW is home department. Usually offered: Spring.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.arizona.edu

Phone Number:

(520) 621-2211

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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