Credit: 0.5 credit, Fall Semester

Prerequisite: Sophomore standing

Lab Fee: None

This course concentrates on civil rights and civil liberties as defined by the Constitution and interpreted by the Supreme Court. By investigating this aspect of civil law, the student will gain an understanding about the relationship of law and the Constitution. The content is primarily made up of edited versions of landmark Supreme Court cases. Critical thinking and analytical writing skills will be enhanced. Communication skills, including listening and public speaking, will be sharpened. Topics will include: freedom of the press, freedom of religion, free speech, discrimination, and the right to privacy. In preparation for a mock civil trial, the class will hear guest speakers and take a trip to the Law Library at Milner.