Emerging Issues in Sexuality, Gender Identity and the Law

Semester: Spring 2025
Course ID: 196V
Credit Hours: 1
Unique: 29321

Course Information

Grading Method: Pass/Fail Mandatory
Short course: Jan 13 - Feb 22, 2025

Registration Information

Upperclass-only elective

Meeting Times

Day	Time	Location
FRI	1:05 - 4:15 pm	TNH 3.126
SAT	9:00 am - 12:00 pm	TNH 3.126

Evaluation Method

Type	Date	Time	Location
Other

Description

Co-taught by Maddy Dwertman and Shelly Skeen. This course will have required readings prior to the first in-class meeting. The only days this course will meet in person are: January 17, January 18, February 21, and February 22.

This course explores emerging issues in sexuality, gender identity, and the law. We will study and discuss the constitutional, statutory and common law that impacts the lived experience of LGBTQ+ people and people living at the intersection of LGBTQ+ identities, including people who are living with a disability, people who identify as BIPOC, and undocumented/under-documented immigrants. We will also discuss how civil rights organizations are using impact litigation, public policy and education to ensure equality and access to equal opportunities for LGBTQ+ people in society. The course will conclude with a mock litigation exercise.