Summer 2013 Credit Courses: Legal Studies

BA in Liberal Studies: Legal Studies

The most recent syllabi available can be found in the Liberal Studies Syllabus Bank.

Current Social Issues and the Law
Focuses on current legal issues such as abortion, the death penalty, and affirmative action. The pivotal Supreme Court cases establishing the law in each area are read. In addition, research in sociology and psychology is examined to understand the conditions that led to the key court decisions and the impact of those decisions on society.
Note: This course is 100% online; please visit www.purchase.edu/online for details.
CSO3300.20 / 4 credits
Linda Gironda
Session II: June 10–July 25

Crime and Delinquency
Crime and delinquency are analyzed as social phenomena, and their relationship to various social institutions is examined. Students are also given an overview of the theories of crime causation, as well as the nature and role of the police, courts, and prisons in society. Note: This course is 100% online; please visit www.purchase.edu/online for details.
CSO3550.60 / 4 credits
Charles Murphy
Session IV (Intensive): July 8–26

Law, Order, and Disobedience
Protection of civil rights in the U.S. has been characterized by both civil disobedience and widespread violence. This course analyzes milestones in American history, periods of unrest, and the sociolegal changes associated with them. Landmark constitutional cases, law, and justice in U.S. culture are studied, and historical lawbreakers and high-profile dissidents are examined through various media.
CSS3420.20 / 4 credits
Arnold Streisfeld
Tues. & Thurs., 6:15–10:05 p.m.
Session II: June 11–July 25
Social Sciences Building Room 1006 

Updated April 25, 2013