HI 402 - The United States Constitution: Legal an

Institution:

Hilbert College

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Description:

This interdisciplinary course offers the student an examination of the United States Constitution both as it was written and as it has been subsequently applied. In each instance, students will see what contemporary circumstances, ideals, and fears went into the writing of our fundamental law, as well as, how the courts have interpreted and thereby adjusted the law to fit contemporary need. Finally, the student will see the relevance of the Constitution in his or her own life and times by a discussion of current issues involving Constitutional law and guarantees. Upper Division status. This course cannot be used as a law elective for Legal Studies majors.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.hilbert.edu

Phone Number:

(716) 649-7900

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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