About
The law stands at the center of virtually every social, political, linguistic and cultural domain. It plays a critical role in shaping our most basic concepts and categories of thought and identity and responds in turn to social and historical transformations. The goal of this workshop is to facilitate the study of law as a cultural and social institution in both historical and contemporary contexts. Among the questions to be considered are: How do different disciplines conceptualize the concept of law? Are there any universal elements of law? What are the boundaries of the law? Why does the law take formations it currently has?
This workshop is dedicated to promoting the interdisciplinary study of law as it interacts with society. It is our belief that each discipline brings it own unique perspective to law as a subject of inquiry. Projects that examine the law from different disciplinary viewpoints are especially encouraged.
Workshop sessions will take place on Wednesdays at 5:00 p.m. in the John Hope Franklin Room, Social Science 224.
