SOC 310 - Religion and the Law

Institution:

Holy Apostles College and Seminary

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Description:

The First Amendment provides: Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof. The course examines the history, original intent, and interpretation of the Establishment Clause and the Free Exercise of Religion Clause. The course covers problems under the Establishment Clause, including prayer in the public schools, nativity scenes in public places, creationism versus evolution in public education, government financial aid and welfare programs, and school vouchers. The course also covers problems under the Free Exercise Clause, including discrimination against religious beliefs, facially neutral laws with a disproportionate adverse impact on religious practices, exemptions from general rules for particular religions, and conscientious religious objection to military service in war. This course will examine the First Amendment issues raised by both the Free Exercise and the Establishment clauses. (This course will be taught at the same time with the graduate class STM 501)

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.holyapostles.edu

Phone Number:

(860) 632-3010

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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