LW 200 - introduction to Law, Justice And Citizenship

Institution:

Skidmore College

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Description:

An examination of the role of law in regulating individual rights and social order. The course introduces the major themes of the Law and Society Program and the relationship between the key concepts of law, citizenship, and justice. Students will apply general theories to specific cases such as the death penalty, homeland security, environmental justice, and community justice. Students participate in service learning projects such as participation on the Integrity Board, mediation training, and writing clemency petitions for death row inmates. B. Breslin, D. Karp

Credits:

4.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.skidmore.edu/

Phone Number:

(518) 580-5000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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