*New* Constitutional Law 101 with Dr. Robert Lane

*New*
Constitutional Law 101
with Dr. Robert Lane
Fridays, Sept 11-Dec 18
10:30-11:30 am • Trailside

This course explores the history and development of U.S. constitutional law, with an emphasis on civil rights and civil liberties. We will examine the historical context and impact of landmark Supreme Court decisions involving the Bill of Rights, equal protection, and privacy. The goal is to gain a deeper understanding of the Constitution and the Supreme Court’s role in interpreting it. Throughout the course, we will connect these ideas to current events and our own experiences, preconceptions, and concerns.

Dr. Robert W. Lane is Professor Emeritus of Political Science at Saginaw Valley State University, where he was a popular and award-winning instructor of American government, constitutional law, and civil liberties for over 34 years.

10/2 – Free Speech: An examination of some key Supreme Court decisions pertaining to the 1st Amendment guarantee of free speech.

10/9 – Free Press: An examination of some key Supreme Court decisions pertaining to the 1st Amendment guarantee of a free press.

10/16 – 2nd, 3rd, 9th & 10th Amendments: An overview of the historical context and evolution of the 2nd, 3rd, 9th, and 10th Amendments.

10/23 – Criminal Justice – part 1: An examination of some key Supreme Court decisions pertaining to criminal justice, including the exclusionary rule, the right to counsel, and the Miranda warnings.

10/30 – Criminal Justice – part 2: An examination of some key Supreme Court decisions pertaining to criminal justice, including the death penalty and juvenile justice.

Reserve your spot by calling 989-633-3700 or register online below.

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