SOCI 310 Food, Power, and Society

An introduction to the issues, both national and global, associated with our food system. Particular attention will be paid to the industrial food production and consumption, social food movements, food politics, and the cultural ways in which societies engage with food. The course will draw on literature and perspectives from sociology, anthropology, and sustainability to unpack how inequality, environmental, and social degradation are results of our global food system. Students will then explore ways in which actors are working against these powers to reclaim food security, justice and sovereignty. Course has a 15-hour Service-Learning experience with a social service agency working in the food system. Meets QuEST/General Education Pluralism requirement.