Media Law Seminar

This seminar covers important topics in media law including defamation; invasion of privacy; access to government places and documents; journalistic privileges; newsgathering issues; relevant statutory protections and restrictions; and more. Relevant readings for class sessions will be posted. Students will be expected to present on a media law-related topic of their choice and to draft a 10-page final paper that focuses on that topic. Students' grades will based upon weekly class participation, the presentation, and the final paper.

Grading and Method of Evaluation:
Letter grade.