CRIM 441 Race, Racism & American Law

This course will provide a comprehensive examination of the role of law in constructing racial categories as well as their significance. Topics to be covered will be as follows: the importance of the legal precedent, critical court decisions impacting racial groups in the United States, the racial attitudes of the Framers, and the ability of law to bring about racial justice. Prerequisite: SOC 101 or CRIM 200.

Credits

3

Cross Listed Courses

AAS 441,SOC 441

Prerequisite

Completion of SOC 101 or CRIM 200.