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Cultural Resources Protection

Typically offered every other year

This course addresses preservation and cultural resources law in a variety of contexts with an emphasis on emerging issues under the National Historic Preservation Act, the Native American Graves Protection & Repatriation Act, and the Archaeological Resources Protection Act. This course will also examine the legal framework for the protection of cultural property internationally, covering classic controversies as well as more recent events.

A paper is required which may be used for the WIE requirement. Papers can also qualify for the Environmental Law Certificate.

Meets WIE Writing Requirement

The American Bar Association accreditation standards require students to regularly attend the courses in which they are registered. Lewis & Clark expects students to attend classes regularly and to prepare for classes conscientiously. Specific attendance requirements may vary from course to course. Any attendance guidelines for a given class must be provided to students in a syllabus or other written document at the start of the semester. Sanctions (e.g., required withdrawal from the course, grade adjustment, and/or a failing grade) will be imposed for poor attendance.