Courses

COLLEGE OF LAW

Public Health Law

Course Number: 6915
Professor: Melissa Alexander
Credit Hours & Type of Credit: 3
Semester Offered: Fall
Required: No
Prerequisites: Students must have completed their first year of law school
Recommended Courses: None

Course Overview: COVID-19 sparked national debate regarding public health laws. This course introduces students to legal, scientific, and policy issues surrounding public health. Substantive law focuses on constitutional principles, federalism, statutory protections, and common law. In addition to infectious disease, this course discusses tobacco, obesity, firearms, and motor vehicle safety. Diverse views are welcomed.

Course Materials: See the current Book List located under Scheduling.
Course Format: Active participation, class lecture and discussion, presentations, problem solving
Written Assignments: Research paper
Type of Exam: None
Basis for Grading Student Performance: Paper, participation, and presentation