If the age of AI seems unsettling enough, consider what comes next: physical AI, or three-dimensional AI in the form of humanoid machines. Once the focus of outlandish sci-fi lore, physical or humanoid AI is already being rolled out by tech companies as the unavoidable wave of the near future. But will this make human life better, or will it prove to be the beginning of the end of what we call humanity? Will we need to redefine humanity, or reclaim it? Note: These three conversations take place between OLLI members and undergraduates in Darren’s UC Berkeley class. 

Faculty Bio

Darren Zook teaches global studies and political science at UC Berkeley. His areas of interest include comparative politics, human rights, international law, cybersecurity, and the politics of art.

This is an In-Person Course

• Classes meet in person at the Golden Bear Center, Suite 365, at 1995 University Ave., Berkeley
• You must be a current OLLI @Berkeley member to register. Learn about membership, including our fee assistance program.

Schedule Highlights

• Course starts on Wednesday, Sept. 23, and ends on Wednesday, Oct. 7
• Classes meet for 3 weeks, 1.5 hours per session (10–11:30 a.m.)
• All course materials will be available in Member Dashboards through Dec. 31

Member Praise for Darren Zook

Dr. Zook is one of the best teachers I've ever had and I'm 80!

Darren Zook is an amazing teacher. He's a well-organized, extremely knowledgeable, and always engaging.

I have taken several classes with Darren Zook and will take several more. His scope and depth of knowledge is extraordinary. And he is able to communicate it effectively and effortlessly. 

Faculty Q&A

• Read an interview with Darren Zook from our archive.