LGS 271-Civil Rights Law

3 credit hours – Three hours weekly; one term.
This course meets the Diversity Requirement.

Addresses the constitutionality and application of historical and current laws as they relate to race. Delve into the legal history of slavery in the United States through emancipation. Focus on equal protection in education, employment, public accommodations, military service and family issues. Discuss racism in the criminal justice system.

Prerequisite or Corequisite: LGS 111 or CJS 111

Crosslisted: Also offered as CJS 271 ; credit is not given for both LGS 271 and CJS 271 .