I Everyone agrees that law promotes some values, but what these values are is often unclear and controversial. This is increasingly the case the more we come to recognize cultural diversity and moral pluralism the law faces. In this seminar, we will examine a number of values that have been advanced within the liberal tradition, such as well-being, autonomy, and dignity, and consider their potential role in shaping or explaining a wide range of legal disputes. The seminar will divide into two parts. The second part will consist of student presentations on specific substantive topics in which the general issues discussed in the first part arise.
Enrollment is restricted.
If you are instructed to put yourself on the waitlist, you won't know until the semester begins if you will be admitted to the course. To be in the Honors Program, you must enroll in H195. H195 consists of a substantial research project conducted under the supervision of a Legal Studies faculty member, as well as participation in a research methods seminar. The project may be done for either one or two semesters, at the faculty member's discretion, and should culminate in the production of an undergraduate thesis. Students will be granted a letter grade as well as departmental honors upon graduation.