Exploratory Discussion Group Meaning of Life

 

Every Monday • 1:15 p.m.-3:15 p.m. • Shapiro CD/Zoom

May (26 no class) • June 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 • July 7, 14, 21, 28

Every day our thoughts and actions are being scrutinized by public agencies, our government, foreign entities and data collectors. Driving these surveillance capabilities are better sensor platforms like citywide cameras, license plate readers and biometric ID systems, as well as cheap data storage and increased processing capabilities to perform data analytics. This increased surveillance is changing the relationship between the ordinary citizen and the government. From The Great Courses video series, “The Surveillance State: Big Data, Freedom, and You” explores the dilemma of government transparency and secrecy. Some of the topics covered include the “Charlie Hebdo Tragedy”, “Problems with Privacy”, “Drones”, “Local Police and Cyber Data.” Differing opinions and viewpoints are encouraged. Please join us and keep your mind active.

Coordinator/Tech Coordinator: Leland Akasaki