Course rationale
From abstract doctrine to mission-ready judgment.
The Moon is not simply a destination. It is a test case for institutional imagination. This course examines ownership myths, resource claims, environmental stewardship, cultural heritage, safety zones, and the legal vocabulary needed to prevent frontier narratives from overwhelming treaty commitments.
Non-appropriation and sovereignty myths
Resource extraction and legal characterization
Cultural heritage and environmental stewardship
Governance models for shared celestial frontiers