Cruel and Unusual
Durham
Liberal Arts :: Political Science
Credits: 4.0
Term: Fall 2023 - Full Term (08/28/2023 - 12/11/2023)
Grade Mode: Letter Grading
Term: Fall 2023 - Full Term (08/28/2023 - 12/11/2023)
Grade Mode: Letter Grading
Class Size:
25
CRN: 15890
CRN: 15890
This course is an exploration of the US/state constitutional language of 'cruel and unusual' as an important limitation on governmental power. Students study its historical origins, interpretations, and applications across time periods and types of regimes. Particular attention will be paid to its association with the death penalty in the contemporary United States.
Section Comments: Open only to new freshman in June. Continuing students who will be freshmen or sophomores in the fall may register when Webcat registrations re-opens in mid-July.
Registration Approval Required. Contact Instructor or Academic Department for permission then register through Webcat.
Only listed classes in section: Freshman, Sophomore
Attributes: Writing Intensive Course, Social Science (Discovery), Inquiry (Discovery)
Instructors: Susan Siggelakis
Times & Locations
| Start Date | End Date | Days | Time | Location | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8/28/2023 | 12/11/2023 | MWF | 11:10am - 12:00pm | HORT 201 | |
| Final Exam | 12/15/2023 | 12/15/2023 | F | 10:30am - 12:30pm | HORT 201 |
Booklist
| Book | Details |
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ON CRIMES+PUNISHMENTS
(86)
by BECCARIA Required
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ELIGIBLE FOR EXCUTION
(09)
by WALKER Required
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IN DEFENSE OF FLOGGING
(11)
by MOSKOS Required
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