Sociology 294A - Sustainable Food and Agriculture Systems

Institution:

Whitman College

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Description:

This class will explore the current state of food and agriculture systems, with special attention paid to the local and regional food system. We will study the relatively new notion of "sustainability", and how it applies to the management of agri-ecosystems, rural communities, human nutrition, and the cultural meaning of food.

Credits:

4.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.whitman.edu

Phone Number:

(509) 527-5111

Regional Accreditation:

Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities

Calendar System:

Semester

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