Critical Race Theory
Certificate(s): Public Interest and Social Justice Law (List B)
Course Description:
This advanced seminar introduces students to key writings in critical race theory. The class explores critical race theory’s central themes, including the permanence of racism; the role of rights and civil rights laws; and the relationship between race, gender, sexual orientation and law.
Class Notes:
This advanced seminar introduces students to key writings in critical race theory. The class explores critical race theory’s central themes, including the permanence of racism; the role of rights and civil rights laws; and the relationship between race, gender, sexual orientation and law. If you are planning to incorporate advocacy into your legal career, understand how CRT is a necessary element in your toolkit. Participation is class discussion is a major portion of the grade.
