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Beyond the Cage: Championing Animal Rights Through Law and Policy
Three In-Person Sessions
Tue., Sept. 2, 9, 16, 2025, 6:30-8:30 pm MT

What do we owe the animals we share this planet with? If you've ever questioned the ethics of factory farms, animal testing or using animals for fashion and entertainment, you're not alone—and you're in the right place. This course, taught by wildlife law attorney Jess Beaulieu and animal law professor Justin Marceau, dives into the heart of the animal rights movement, where compassion meets action. Explore why more people are recognizing animals as sentient beings with their own intrinsic value—and how that's changing laws, industries and public opinion. From groundbreaking lawsuits to food policy debates and wildlife protections, this class sheds light on the legal, ethical and social aspects of animal rights. Unpack major milestones in the movement, discover how activists are making waves and explore the philosophies and scientific discoveries that show animals feel pain, pleasure and emotions. Tough questions will also be tackled: What does meaningful animal advocacy look like? How can individuals and communities create lasting change? Expect rich discussions, real-world examples and ideas you’ll carry with you well beyond the classroom. Whether you're new to animal advocacy or looking to deepen your knowledge, this course will challenge your thinking and inspire a more compassionate view of the world around you.

is an attorney and manager of the . Her specialty is wildlife law, and she is a Colorado Parks and Wildlife commissioner.

is a law professor who specializes in animal law, as well as criminal and constitutional law. He has litigated a number of animal protection cases and frequently publishes and lectures on topics related to animal protection.