Wildlife law covers the management
of and legal protections for biological diversity.
It analyzes the property and constitutional underpinnings
of Montana and federal wildlife laws, looks at examples
and structures of Montana regulation of wildlife, and
examines American Indians’ rights to, and control
over, wildlife resources. After discussing state, federal
and tribal management of wildlife, the course will
turn to an in-depth look at the Endangered Species
Act. The course also focuses on several other federal
statutes, including the Lacey Act, Marine Mammal Protection
Act, Migratory Bird Treaty Act, and the National Wildlife
Refuge System Improvement Act. Additionally, the course
will briefly cover international efforts to protect
biodiversity.
Grades will be based on student participation and
completion of a final research paper. Students may
complete their advanced writing requirement through
this course. This course is approved for and counts
toward completion of the Environmental and Natural
Resources Certificate. |
