Fachbereich 05: Sprache, Literatur, Kultur - Romanistik - Master of Arts Justicia y desigualdades: Estudios comparativos culturales

Der Erwerb eines Fremdsprachenscheins ist möglich.

In this class, students will learn to do what many practicing attorneys do daily—answer complex legal questions—within the context of American law and legal analysis. Specifically, students will learn the basics of the U.S. legal system, and then they will learn how to formulate precise legal issues; analyze complex facts; identify, evaluate, and apply legal rules in creative and nuanced ways; and effectively communicate answers in writing. This class is hands-on and interactive, and students will receive feedback as they develop and improve their skills. All assignments and instruction will be in English.
This course ends with a term paper after the last lecture on June 3.

Der Erwerb eines Fremdsprachenscheins ist möglich.

In this class, students will learn to do what many practicing attorneys do daily—answer complex legal questions—within the context of American law and legal analysis. Specifically, students will learn the basics of the U.S. legal system, and then they will learn how to formulate precise legal issues; analyze complex facts; identify, evaluate, and apply legal rules in creative and nuanced ways; and effectively communicate answers in writing. This class is hands-on and interactive, and students will receive feedback as they develop and improve their skills. All assignments and instruction will be in English.
This course ends with a term paper after the last lecture on June 3.

Der Erwerb eines Fremdsprachenscheins ist möglich.

The Law of Indian Tribes seminar provides students with a comprehensive understanding of the
legal systems and principles governing Indigenous communities and Nations. Through an
exploration of historical, cultural, and contemporary perspectives, students will delve into the
unique legal frameworks that shape tribal communities’ lives.
The course begins by examining the historical foundations of tribal law, including the impact of
colonialism and the subsequent development of tribal legal systems. Students will gain insights
into the diverse cultural and spiritual traditional that underpin tribal law, fostering an
appreciation for the interconnectedness between law, culture, and identity. Building upon this
foundation course delves into the core principles and concepts of tribal law. Students will
explore the sources of law within Indigenous communities, including tribal constitutions, written
and unwritten laws. Students will analyze the role of tribal governments, tribal courts, and
traditional decision-making processes in resolving disputes and maintaining governance.
The course also addresses critical issues in tribal law, such as tribal sovereignty, jurisdictional
challenges, and the relationship between tribal law and federal and state legal systems. Students
will examine landmark legal cases that have shaped the interpretation and application of tribal
law, fostering a deeper understanding of the complexities and evolving nature of Indigenous
legal systems.
Throughout the course, students will engage in comparative analyses of tribal legal systems form
various Midwest tribal Nations, highlighting the diversity and richness of Indigenous legal
traditions. Students will explore the unique challenges faced by Indigenous communities in areas
such as land rights, natural resources management, environmental protection, and cultural
preservation, as well as business, and human resources issues.

El seminario se dedica a obras de literatura y cine colombianas que tematizan la así llamada "toma" y "retoma" del Palacio de Justicia en Bogotá en noviembre de 1985, trauma y herida abierta en la memoria colectiva hasta hoy en día. Las obras.del corpus: Torres, La siempreviva (1993), Jiménez/Jiménez/Cruz, Los once (2014), Urán Bidegain, Mi vida y el Palacio (2020), Silva Romero, Mural (2025), Corredor, Noviembre (2025).

Presentación regular (hasta 2 veces) del tema de la tesis de maestría y del avance del trabajo; discusión acerca de la metodología