Institute for International Law and Justice Colloquium
Professors Benedict Kingsbury and Joseph Weiler
Spring 2009
Tuesday, 4:00-5:50 p.m. and Thursday, 4:00-5:50 p.m.
Furman Hall, Room 318 and Lester Pollack Colloquium Room
L05.3700.001
4 credits
This Colloquium examines major theoretical issues in the theory of international law, including topics concerning democracy, global justice, global governance, and relations of international law and politics. Papers are presented each week by leading scholars from around the world. Students participate in these public discussion sessions, and also meet separately as a group to discuss the issues with the colloquium faculty. The aim is to deepen students's critical understanding of major scholarly projects and to support the writing of conceptually grounded papers in the field. Some prior knowledge of international law or legal philosophy is essential.
The speaker sessions are open to the entire NYU community - all welcome. Papers are available approximately one week before each session, and should be downloaded from the website and read in advance.