Water Policy Seminar

This two-credit course provides an introduction to the major themes and doctrines of water law.  In the first third of the course, we will explore the major doctrines of private water allocation in the eastern and western United States-riparian rights, prior appropriations, and hybrid permit systems. In the second third of the course, we will explore topics of special analytical interest to water law, including groundwater management, constitutional issues, the public trust doctrine and other public rights in water, and interjurisdictional water conflicts.  In the final third, students will present their research projects, which will culminate in a final paper. As a seminar, the course will rely heavily on student leadership and collaborative teaching throughout the semester. Final grades will be based on final papers (two thirds) and class participation (one third).

The Capstone writing requirement may be fulfilled by 15 students with professor permission.

 

May meet the Capstone Writing Requirement.