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  • LAW 3420: Criminal Justice

    3.00 Credits
    University of Utah

    This course will provide students with a fundamental understanding of our criminal justice system and its historical origins. Students will learn the different categories of criminal offenses, how they are defined, criminal intent and liability, and defenses to criminal prosecution. Students will explore the application of these principles by following cases through the judicial system, from commission of the offense and arrest to trial, conviction, sentencing and appeal. Students will gain an understanding of how constitutional principles, primarily those contained within the Bill of Rights, have directed all branches of government in the creation and enforcement of laws, and the role of the judiciary in applying those laws and constitutional principles in individual cases. Prerequisites: 'B' or better in LAW 1010 AND LAW 2010
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  • LAW 3430: Civil Litigation

    3.00 Credits
    University of Utah

    This course introduces the role of civil lawsuits in society, with a particular emphasis on how the U.S. state and federal court system affects businesses, individuals, and public interest issues. You will learn about the role of the judiciary; the structure and function of trial courts, appellate courts, and specialized courts; and the basics of procedures governing how lawsuits are resolved, including jurisdiction, pleading, motions practice, discovery, summary judgment, and trials. The focus of this course is to expose you to the process of litigating a civil dispute from the perspective of the non-lawyer observer. Prerequisites: 'B' or better in LAW 1010 AND LAW 2010
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  • LAW 3510: Indian Law

    3.00 Credits
    University of Utah

    The course addresses the law and policy of the United States regarding Indian nations and their citizens. Issues include: the origins and contours of federal plenary power over Indian affairs, the scope of inherent tribal sovereignty, the limits of state power in Indian country, and civil and criminal jurisdiction. Prerequisites: LAW 1010 AND LAW 2010
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  • LAW 3960: Special Topics

    1.00 - 4.00 Credits
    University of Utah

    This course will address contemporary legal issues and topics that are reflective of changing or emerging laws, legal doctrines, principles or practices. Topics may vary from year to year. Prerequisites: 'B' or better in LAW 1010 AND LAW 2010
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  • LAW 4890: Law Capstone

    3.00 Credits
    University of Utah

    The Capstone course is intended to provide a signature and unifying experience for all recipients of either the minor or the major in Legal Studies. Students will synthesize what they have learned from the wide range of interdisciplinary electives included in the major and minor, apply that learning to real world legal situations and problems of legal practice, and reflect on how the major or minor will help them transition into further academic study or professional careers. Prerequisites: 'B' or better in LAW 1010 AND LAW 2010 AND LAW 3010
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  • LDRSP 2020: Found. in Leadership

    3.00 Credits
    University of Utah

    Leadership involves collaboration, teamwork and establishing relationships that can lead to positive and transformational change. The purpose of this course is to facilitate learning opportunities and experiences that provide students with the knowledge, mind-set and skills to better understand leadership. Through the use of the text, additional readings, activities, and presentations, students will increase their effectiveness as a leader both at the University and in the community. The goal of this course is to increase student awareness and development of leadership skills. Students will gain a greater understanding of and appreciation for the theory and practices of leadership.
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  • LDRSP 2040: Leadership in Community

    3.00 Credits
    University of Utah

    Leadership 2040 is a foundational course in Leadership Studies, with a special focus on service and civic participation. Students will be provided a framework for becoming leaders through community engagement. This course satisfies an elective credit in the "group, Organizational, and Community Contexts" are for the Leadership Studies minor.
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  • LDRSP 3960: Ldrshp Dev

    1.00 - 3.00 Credits
    University of Utah

    Orientation Leader workshop/training course
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  • LDRSP 4100: Practicum

    4.00 Credits
    University of Utah

    This course requires that a student complete a minimum of 75 hours of work on site through a pre-approved organization or community agency. By working at their site students are expected to immerse themselves in the organization to further develop their knowledge of civic engagement and leadership based on their direct experience with others, and by observing and conferring with their on-site contact person who is expected to serve as a professional role model. This immersion will then be analyzed through classroom discussion and course assignments, and informed by previous leadership coursework. Through analyzing their practical experience, students will synthesize theoretical knowledge and application of practical skills employed through the Practicum. Prerequisites: "C" or better in LDRSP 2020.
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  • LDRSP 4750: Leadership Capstone

    3.00 Credits
    University of Utah

    This advanced undergraduate seminar, as the capstone academic experience in the undergraduate Leadership Studies minor, is designed to be both retrospective and integrative, encouraging the student to synthesize relevant concepts and experiences and to formulate her or his own informed perspective on the successes and failures of leadership in contemporary society. Leadership theory, theories of social change, and interdisciplinary approaches to complex global issues will serve as significant parts of the course material. Prerequisites: "C" or better in (LDRSP 2020 AND LDRSP 4100).
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