LAW6909

LAW 6909 - Abolition and the Carceral State (3 Cr.)

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LAW 6909 - Abolition and the Carceral State (3 Cr.)

Course description

Using the lens of abolitionist thought, this course will explore the past, present, and future of the carceral state. It will place the present-day movements to abolish police and prisons in historical perspective and explore the ways history has been used by activists in pursuit of racial justice and social equality. The work of the course will include archival research and students will have the opportunity to engage with scholars, advocates, and community organizations as they formulate and carry out their projects.

Minimum credits

3

Maximum credits

3

Is this course repeatable?

No

Grading basis

A-F - A-F Grade Basis

Lecture

Credit will not be granted if credit has been received for:

03218

Fulfills the writing intensive requirement?

No

Typically offered term(s)

Periodic Fall