SOCI 345 - The Sociology of Food

Institution:

Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts

Subject:

Sociology

Description:

Examines the cultural meanings of food production, distribution, preparation and consumption. Topics include food and the construction of identity, food choices, food movements (vegetarianism, organic farming, slow food, etc.), work in the food industry, food controversies (genetically engineered food, E. coli, etc), family and sexual relationships, eating disorders, fast food, globalizing markets, and others. Prereq: Completion of Tier II Self & Society domain

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.mcla.edu

Phone Number:

(413) 662-5000

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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