undergraduate credit courses
Spring 2009 Credit Courses: Legal Studies
B.A. Degree in Liberal Studies: Legal Studies
Introduction to Criminal Law
Topics include the structure of the criminal justice system; the impact of the Supreme Court on criminal justice; and the process of arrest, prosecution, and sentencing.
CSO1510.20 / 4 credits
John Howard
Wed., 6:30–9:50 p.m.
Jan. 21–May 6
Social Sciences Bldg., Room 1002
Legal Research
Students learn how to research the law and assess both its impact and effectiveness through research projects on the impact of law in a range of areas (e.g., consumer rights; the rights of women, students, minorities, and aliens; the rights of both the accused and the victims of crime).
CSO3065.20 / 4 credits
Edward Hertwig
Wed., 6:30–9:50 p.m.
Jan. 21–May 6
Humanities Bldg., Room 1073
Law and the Family
The law touches everyone from conception to the grave and beyond. Family interactions between spouses, parents, children, and elders are dictated by rights and duties defined in the law. This course explores how the law weaves in and out of family structures in an attempt to protect and preserve certain rights and values.
CSO3475.20 / 4 credits
Arnold Streisfeld
Tues., 6:30–9:50 p.m.
Jan. 27–May 12
Social Sciences Bldg., Room 1003
Crime and Delinquency
Crime and delinquency are analyzed as social phenomena, and their relationship to various social institutions is examined. Students are also given an overview of the theories of crime causation, as well as the nature and role of the police, courts, and prisons in society.
CSO3550.20 / 4 credits
Joseph Victor
Tues., 6:30–9:50 p.m.
Jan. 27–May 12
Humanities Bldg., Room 1077
Cyberspace Law
The existence of the Internet has significantly changed the way people live and work, and has presented interesting legal questions and challenges. This course examines some of these questions, ranging from what it means to click on an “I Agree” button to where one “is” (in legal terms) on the Internet. Topics include privacy issues, cybercrime, and recent case law.
CSS3375.45 / 4 credits
CSS9375.45 / noncredit option / $595
Alexander Levine
Thurs., 6:30–9:50 p.m.
Jan. 22–May 7
Humanities Bldg., Room 1077
Arts and Entertainment Law
CSS3170.45 Refer to Arts Management Courses.
Posted Oct. 24, 2008
