INT 317 International Criminal Law and Human Rights
Utilizing interdisciplinary approaches and diverse modes of inquiry, students will learn the fundamental debates that undergird human rights issues in the world. The course will delve into crimes against humanity, genocide, slavery, torture, war crimes, and other international human rights violations that are addressed in international law. The course will also explore other areas of international criminal law as it relates to criminal activities on an interstate and global scale, such as piracy, cyber-crime, espionage, arms and drug trafficking, and terrorism. The course will utilize several primary and secondary sources, such as philosophical writings, religious texts, and historical documents, as well as primary legal sources, such as court documents, treaties, and conference proceedings. Documentary films, popular media, and propaganda will also be critically reviewed. (3 credit hours)