ANTH 4020: Star Trek and TNG of Anthropology

In this course, we delve into the Star Trek Universe through the lens of biological anthropology. We will unravel the mysteries surrounding the reproductive strategy of Tribbles, the assimilative nature of the Borg, and how biological anthropology sheds light on the Klingons' appearance. We will explore altruism in the enigmatic Horta and examine the role of Star Trek alongside biological anthropology in defining what it means to be sentient. 

Get ready to embark on an exploration that spans the cosmos and the intricacies of life itself.

This class is online and asynchronous.