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POL 341 - Civil Rights and Civil Liberties

Three Credits
Alternate Years: Spring 2017, 2019

The primary goal of this course is to provide a broad understanding of the civil liberties and civil rights enjoyed by persons in the United States. The course explores the historical evolution of rights and liberties and their application to current controversies. The course covers freedom of religion, freedom of speech, the right to privacy, freedom from cruel and unusual punishments, protections against discrimination, and affirmative action.

Prerequisite(s): POL 123 .
Course may be applied to the American Studies program.