Law and the Liberal Arts

Nancy Schauber, Coordinator (Philosophy)

Law and the liberal arts is an interdisciplinary minor that consists of courses from across the curriculum. The courses that count toward the major are among those that are generally recommended by law schools for students thinking about going to law school. The purpose of the courses within the minor is to prepare one to think critically and analytically as a well-rounded liberal artist. The courses are divided into eight areas: law, American history, economics, ethics, legal system, logical reasoning, public speaking and debate, and writing.

The Law and the Liberal Arts Minor

Note: Students must receive a C (2.0) or above for these courses to count toward the minor. No course taken for less than .5 units will count towards the minor.

6 units, including

One unit in Area 1
Five units from at least five of the remaining areas

No more than three of the courses to be applied toward the minor may be from any one department.
At least two courses must be at the 300-level or higher to count toward the minor. No more than two courses at the 100-level may count toward the minor.

Students are expected to fulfill all prerequisites necessary for courses within the minor. Prerequisites do not count toward the minor unless otherwise noted.

Area 1: Law

Area 2: American History

Area 3: Economics

Area 4: Ethics

Area 5: Legal System

Area 6: Logical Reasoning

Area 7: Public Speaking and Debate

Area 8: Writing