LGST 3100 - American Constitutional Law

Crosslisted
(Also listed as PSCI 3100)

Goals: To study the role of the courts in the development of the American Constitution. To introduce students to the “rule of law” concept in Anglo American judicial history.

Content: Study of the United States Constitution and U.S. Supreme Court cases on separation of powers, federalism, civil liberties and civil rights.

Taught: Annually

Note: This course is applicable to majors and minors in Legal Studies and Political Science, regardless of whether it is taken as LGST 3100 or PSCI 3100. This course will not count as breadth of study for either major. Students may not earn credit for both LGST 3100 and PSCI 3100.

Credits: 4