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Are you passionate about food? Do you want to understand the social, political, environmental, and cultural dimensions of food? A degree in Food Studies prepares students to address pressing social and environmental problems in our food systems.
This major shares a core curriculum with the B.S. in Nutrition and Food Systems, offered by the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences. Tucson is a UNESCO City of Gastronomy and an ideal setting to pursue a degree in Food Studies given its vibrant food scene and countless opportunities for service learning, applied research experiences, and internships with a wide range of local and regional partners.
Learn about the cultural and historical significance of food
Explore the food scene in Tucson, a UNESCO City of Gastronomy
Work to tackle food injustice
Food-related majors are burgeoning across the country! Benefit from the growing demand for experts in food-related policy work, community organizing, and entrepreneurship. Consider food studies as a double major, leading to exciting career options.
- Culinary writer
- Restaurant manager
- Food marketer
- Community educator
- Food historian
- Policy analyst
- Food-related community organizer
- Food systems entrepreneur
Participate in experiential learning with local nonprofits, such as the Community Food Bank of Southern Arizona and Local First Arizona.
You will benefit from faculty expertise across campus and learn to work collaboratively across disciplines. Core courses include:
- FOOD 101: Intro to Critical Food Studies
- FOOD 102: Intro to U.S. Food Systems
- ENGL 307: Business Writing
- FOOD 300: Food Justice, Ethics, & Activism
- FOOD 302: Food Practices
You'll also choose elective courses from the areas of Food, Society, and Culture; Global Food Policy, Governance, and the Environment; and Leadership and Community Engagement. There are also opportunities for internships, independent study projects, and study abroad.
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Laura Owen - lauraowen@email.arizona.edu