Trek Talk Explores Personal Identity

The next Trek Talk lecture from 6-7 p.m. April 12 will be hosted by Chad Mohler, professor of philosophy and religion. Mohler will examine whether computers, androids or other types of artificial intelligence will one day possess the qualities necessary to be considered people. He will explore personal identity on the deck of the USS Enterprise in the philosophical area known as metaphysics. Mohler will also examine Star Trek: The Next Generation’s “The Measure of a Man” episode to shed light on what qualities are necessary for personhood. This is an in-person event, but those who wish to attend via Zoom should email Jared Young at jyoung@truman.edu.