AI 228 - Food And Identity

Institution:

DePaul University

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Description:

Food is a component of individual identity. In this course, students reflect on and research their personal food histories from multiple perspectives. Students explore the connection to family and the impact of ethnicity, nationality, race and socioeconomic status on food selection, preparation and consumption; the connection of foods to socialization, holidays and gender roles; and the connection between food trends such as shifting definitions of "healthy eating" and the influence of corporate agriculture with the choices individuals make to cultivate tradition or redefine their food legacy. As a result of participating in this course, students gain insight into their own food experiences and appreciation for those of people from different backgrounds; document a personal food history; and understand the influences on their own food choices. Competences: A3A, H1E, H3B. Faculty: Rebecca Russell

Credits:

4.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.depaul.edu

Phone Number:

(312) 362-8000

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Quarter

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