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Course Schedule - Spring Semester 2026
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PLST 308 001 (CRN: 24644)
LAW OF POPULATION
Long Title: LAW OF POPULATION
Department: Politics Law Social Thought
Instructor: Donatti, David
Meeting: 4:00PM - 6:30PM R (12-JAN-2026 - 24-APR-2026)
Part of Term: Full Term
Grade Mode: Standard Letter
Course Type: Lecture
Language of Instruction: Taught in English
Method of Instruction: Face to Face
Credit Hours: 3
Course Syllabus:
Course Materials: Rice Campus Store
Restrictions:
Must be enrolled in one of the following Level(s):
Undergraduate Professional
Visiting Undergraduate
Undergraduate
Section Max Enrollment: 18
Section Enrolled: 18
Enrollment data as of: 25-NOV-2025 1:44PM
Final Exam: Scheduled Final Exam-OTR Room
Description: The Law of Population is an in-depth examination of the legal infrastructure governing and influencing population dynamics. Through historical and contemporary case studies, we will explore how U.S. and international courts have responded to social, economic, and ecological conflicts and analyze how their decisions impact our collective and individual futures. This course counts towards the electives requirement for the PLST minor.