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Law and Religion - Comparative and International Perspectives
Prof. Marie Ashe,
3 credits day; 3 credits evening.
Major conflicts have occurred around the globe in recent years, in response to controversies
about what the relationship of law and religion should be and about the degree to which law
should accommodate religious beliefs and practices. This course will examine some of these
conflicts, as they have arisen in particular and differing national contexts. It will focus primarily
on events in the United States, Canada, and Europe, while attending to developments elsewhere,
as well. Course readings will include: cases; materials relating to relevant sociological, political,
and cultural contexts; and legal theory (including the controversial theory of "legal pluralism")
that has appeared in anticipation of or in response to political and legal battles. Course
requirements: Students will write a research paper and make a class presentation. The paper may
satisfy SULS Legal Writing requirement.
Prerequisite: Completion of course in Constitutional Law (or special permission of Instructor).
Enrollment is limited: 16
Elective Course
On List of Recommended Perspectives Courses
May Fulfill Legal Writing Requirement
Final Paper Required