Food, Policy and Advocacy
Overview
Subject area
FS
Catalog Number
200
Course Title
Food, Policy and Advocacy
Department(s)
Description
This course explores food policy making, food activism, and policy advocacy initiatives at local, regional, national, and international scales. We begin by discussing the concepts of food policy and food advocacy, and proceed to examine how food policy making intersects with and impacts public health, environment, and the regional food system. Jobs in food policy and advocacy sectors are discussed throughout the semester, and guest speakers are invited to contextualize course concepts in the New York City environment.
Typically Offered
Fall, Spring
Academic Career
Undergraduate
Liberal Arts
Yes
Credits
Minimum Units
3
Maximum Units
3
Academic Progress Units
3
Repeat For Credit
No
Components
Name
Lecture
Hours
3
Requisites
028436