Course Description

Examination of American immigration law and policy.

---

Athena Title

Immigration Law

---

Semester Course Offered

Offered fall

---

Grading System

A - F (Traditional)

---

Course Objectives

This course is intended both for preparing those students considering immigration law as a career and for those who want a general introduction. Students will gain an understanding of the many areas of practice, including administrative, criminal, family, employment, and international, and how these areas intersect with immigration law.

---

Topical Outline

Topics considered include source and scope of Congressional power to regulate immigration; procedures for entry, exclusion, and deportation; refugees and asylum; current immigration law reform; and the role of states in regulating migrants.

---