Natural Resources Law This course provides a survey introduction
to federal natural resources law, with an emphasis on living
resources. In a mixed lecture and seminar format, we will
examine the theoretical conflicts that underlie various
approaches to resource management, as well as the special
qualities of natural resource problems that render management
efforts so difficult. Topics will include the legal treatment of
wildlife and biodiversity, living marine resources, water,
forests, protected public lands, and an introduction to energy
law. Throughout the course, we will probe the interplay between
environmental, economic, cultural, and political factors in
natural resource decision making. In lieu of a final exam,
students will produce a 20-page final paper and participate in a
weekly online discussion group. Please note that the paper will
not meet the WIE or Capstone requirement. This is a survey
course that focuses on the non-public land aspects of natural
resources law. The course explores the field