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Law and Liberal Arts Minor (Law)

The minor in Law and Liberal Arts is intended for all students who are interested in attending law school after graduation, or who are interested in preparing for careers related to the judicial system and the law. The minor consists of eighteen credits that are designed to focus on the acquisition of skills and substative knowledge in five areas: (1) American public law and judicial process, (2) critical thinking, (3) advanced writing, (4) public speaking, and (5) formal logic.

For the Minor in Law and Liberal Arts, students must complete a minimum of 18 credits with a grade of "C" or better.

           A. Required Course:  (3 credits)

                Phil 012 (GQ)

           B. Additional Courses:  (15 credits)

                (3 Credits) Engl 421, 471; Pl Sc 470W, or CAS 450W

                (3 Credits) CAS 213, 216, 250, or 321

                (3 Credits) Comm 403, L St 470, Pl Sc 403, 471, or 472

                (3 Credits) Hist 449, 450, Pl Sc 473, 474, or 475

                (3 Credits) Phil 105, 108(GH), 408, 408W, Pl Sc 431, 432, or Soc 405


To apply for the minor or to inquire about course substitutions go to 202 Pond Lab.


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