LAW 3887 International Human Rights in Theory and Practice - Courses

Course description

This course will introduce students to the law, theory, and practice of international human rights. Students will think critically about the effectiveness of the international human rights system by examining its successes, failures, and dilemmas in preventing and responding to human rights abuse. Topics covered will include the origins and foundations of international human rights; the role of international, regional, and domestic institutions and actors in enforcing human rights; critiques of the human rights movement; and the relationship of the United States to the international system for the protection of human rights. The course will also explore issues such as the death penalty, women’s human rights, migration, climate change, global poverty, racism and xenophobia, and responses to mass atrocities. During in-class activities, students will have the opportunity to step into the shoes of a human rights advocate and work with their classmates to address simulated human rights problems.

Summer 2025: Online course

Section ID:

LAW 3887 001-LEC

Number:

1427

Session:

Summer 3-week 2

Class dates:

June 23-July 11, 2025

Mode of instruction:

Online (async+sync)

Days / times:

M-F 10:15 AM - 11:15 AM
M-F 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM

Final exam/project due:

(see Final exams)

Credit:

Grade:

Graded only

Instructor:

TBA

Max. enroll:

Notes:

In addition to regular meeting times, students should expect to watch pre-recorded lectures; complete reading, video, and podcast assignments; participate in regular online discussions; complete two individual assignments; and engage in collaborative, self-scheduled group project work. On Wednesday, July 9, we will meet from 10:15 am to 12:30 p.m. for an interactive in-class activity.

Cross-listed with GOVT 3887 001-LEC

To enroll:

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This course is open to all registrants, including undergraduates and precollege students.

Tuition & fees:

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