LAW 9019 - Constitutionalism: History and Jurisprudence

This seminar focuses on various ways of thinking about constitutions and constitutionalism. We will draw upon the various schools of jurisprudence, historical and contemporary sources, and important moments in the history of constitutionalism, such as the founding period of the United States and in France, the era of liberalism in 19th century Europe, and the emergence of social and economic rights in the 20th century, etc.

Credits: 3