HR 20000

Introduction to Human Rights

This course introduces students to the study of human rights. It explores the historical, philosophical, and legal roots of human rights as a political idea and institutionalized practice. It also addressed the contested nature of human rights as an idea and practice in contemporary societies. In addition to providing an introduction to the subject, the course is a requirement for students minoring in Human Rights or pursuing a Human Rights Certificate.

COPT - COPT (College Option), PLDI - GROUPD (Group D), WRIC - WRIC (Writing Intensive)

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