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POLI 111AConstitutional Law

5 creditsUndergraduateStudent Option

An introduction to constitutional law, emphasizing equal protection and fundamental rights as defined by common law decisions interpreting the 14th Amendment, and also exploring issues of federalism and separation of powers. Readings are primarily court decisions; special attention given to teaching how to interpret, understand, and write about common law.

Prerequisites

Prerequisite(s): satisfaction of the Entry Level Writing and Composition requirements.

  • Enroll in lecture and associated discussion section.

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When it runs

Winter 2027Open Winter 2027

SectionTypeWhenWhereInstructorSeats
01Lecture
Tue Thu 5:20pm–6:55pm
Merrill Acad 102K. TaitOpen 0/100

Fall 2025Open Fall 2025

SectionTypeWhenWhereInstructorSeats
01Lecture
Mon Wed 5:20pm–6:55pm
Kresge Acad 3201K. TaitClosed 152/151

Who teaches it

InstructorRatingDifficultyWould take againReviews
Kira Tait4.4 / 52.8 / 589%19

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