What did you learn from this class? What surprises or problems did you encounter? What advice would you give to new students taking the class? How did you like the assignments, discussions, and your final position paper? Any other thoughts?

Law 003, Civil Rights and the Law, is the study of the broad range of rights, privileges, and fundamental freedoms guaranteed by the United States Constitution, subsequent amendments and laws, including the rights of freedom of expression and action; the right to marry, enter into contracts, own property, and other personal choices; the right of due process and equal protections of the laws; affirmative action cases in education and work; separation of powers; and the right to participate in the democratic political process.

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Critically appraise and analyze significant civil rights cases and movements including landmark constitutional law cases.

2. Prepare position paper demonstrating legal analysis and argumentation.