Additionally, the course explores the impact of various governmental policies upon industry, business, and real estate development. This course will describe how people with disabilities are perceived in politics, law, and education. We will also examine similarities to and differences from representations of other historically disadvantaged groups and social movements including the women's movement, gay and lesbian rights movements, and ethnic movements. The role and implications of charity will also be explored. A final theme is the relationship between disability issues and issues of war and peace.
Students look at the determinations that have been made and consider their present effect.
We will examine the trends in United States politics and law, the forces that have shaped law and policy, the impact of law and policies on women and society, and the response of women to such treatment. Native American Law and Society Prerequisite, Posc 201 or 250. Students examine the historical background and contemporary nature of the legal and political relationship between the United States government and Native American tribes. Through an examination of legislation, court cases, and the policies of federal, state, and local governments, the social, political, and legal circumstances and prospects of Native Americans are considered. Posc 367 Public Interest Research Students in this class learn quantitative and qualitative research methods by applying them in contemporary practical and academic research projects.