ILS 205 traces the development of Western political, economic, and social thought from ancient Greece through the Reformation.
Offering recorded · Fall 2026
Historical reviews of Abiral Phnuyal: The course requires significant weekly reading, which reviewers describe as heavy, confusing, and difficult to get through. Students must complete two papers and engage with dense philosophical texts, but success is achievable if they put in the necessary effort to understand the material.
LAW 940 covers topics reflecting current issues relevant to the practice of law.
Offering recorded · Fall 2026
Historical reviews of Signe Janoska-Bedi: Signe Janoska-Bedi's course was rated as difficult, though the reviewer found the content on markets, tech, and academia rewarding.
LAW, POLITICS AND SOCIETY introduces the legal process, exploring law's concepts, problems, reasoning, and the function of courts.
Offering recorded · Fall 2026
The workload includes one easy paper and straightforward tests, with slides posted online and no required lecture attendance, though reading the book is helpful.
Introduction to Political Theory explores core problems of political life, including obligation, justice, equality, and liberty, through ancient and modern sources.
Offering recorded · Fall 2026
Historical reviews of Michelle Schwarze: Students face dense, difficult readings, but graded assignments like in-class essays and multiple-choice exams are relatively easy, with opportunities to revise essays.
Criminal Law and Justice covers substantive and procedural criminal law, constitutional amendments, and legal proof using a case-based approach.
Offering recorded · Fall 2026
Historical reviews of Howard Schweber: The workload includes an overwhelming number of readings and three take-home partner exams that determine the grade. Students report that the volume of material is significant and requires careful management.
Historical examination of American constitutional thinking regarding government powers and structures from founding to present.
Offering recorded · Fall 2026
Historical reviews of Howard Schweber: Schweber’s course involves dense lectures requiring extensive note-taking and long take-home exams that demand consistent attendance.
POLISCI 470 examines First Amendment principles, cases, and literature, focusing on historical and contemporary controversies.
Offering recorded · Fall 2026
The course features heavy reading expectations and three major papers that require significant preparation. While some find the legal writing challenging, Fischer provides advice and availability to support student success.