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Ms. Ivy V. Schram, Prof. Steven Ferrey, Prof. Janice C. Griffith,
3 credits day; 3 credits evening. Professor Ferrey: Some Environmental Law courses survey a
wide range of environmental topics . Instead, this section of the course is (1) going to treat in
detail a sub-set of environmental topics and issues and (2) is going to go up the learning curve
quickly, by using the ―Examples and Explanations‖ book to elevate the discussion. Topics
planned to be covered are the Clean Air Act, the Superfund, RCRA, NEPA, climate change, the
Federal Power Act, the Administrative Procedure Act, plus the environmental application of
various Constitutional law principles, standing and ripeness to bring suit. This particular section
does not use a Socratic or lecture format, but instead during most weeks will have students
address a total of a half dozen real-world environmental problems, to try to apply the material
learned to different real-world situations. It qualifies as a ―skills‖ course. Participation is at least
35% of the grade, as is a final paper in lieu of an exam. Students also present their draft paper
orally during the last two weeks of the semester. If participating in class discussion on a regular
basis is not your preferred learned method, this format is not recommended for you and you
might instead choose a different section of this course. Class is limited to no more than 20
students, so that participation and skills development is facilitated. Professor Griffith: Will
follow the course design outlined under Professor Ferrey above. A research paper on an
Environmental Law topic will be required in lieu of an examination. A short paper (no more than
2 pages) may also be required on a particular Environmental Law problem. Class participation
will be graded, and the syllabus will establish the percentage of the grade attributable to class
participation. Attorney Schram: Is taught by lecture and use of the Socratic Method with some
problem analysis. There is a paper requirement. Class participation is not graded in a formal way.
The course focuses on the traditional areas of domestic statutory law. It is not problem-based as I
understand the other environmental courses are.
Examines the legal and policy issues surrounding the rapidly developing areas of environmental
law-air and water pollution, energy development/conservation-with a special emphasis on the
law of toxic and hazardous waste control. This course refines and applies a combination of skills
acquired in the first-year curriculum. Through class discussions and case analysis, the course
prepares students to practice as corporate counsel, prosecuting attorneys, public interest attorneys
or government counsel in this burgeoning area of the law. Final grade is determined by in-class
participation and a paper.
Enrollment is limited: 20
Elective Course
Meets Base Menu Requirement
Meets Skills Menu Requirement
May Fulfill Legal Writing Requirement
Final Paper Required
Equitable Remedies