Special Topics in Environmental Policy and Culture (390-0-28)
Topic
Food & Culture
Instructors
Amanda Lee Logan
847/491-4564
1812 Hinman Ave. Room 203
Meeting Info
University Hall 218: Tues, Thurs 3:30PM - 4:50PM
Overview of class
All humans have similar nutritional requirements, yet the diversity of food preferences across the world is virtually unlimited. In the first part of this class, we will explore why people choose to eat some foods and not others. The second portion of the class will examine change and continuity in foodways through the lenses of identity and inequality. Rather than being arranged by world region, this class is arranged topically in order to bring different cuisines in conversation with one another. Case studies cover a wide stretch of the world, from Africa to the Americas to Asia and Europe.
Teaching Method
Lecture
Evaluation Method
Two exams, reaction papers, participation
Class Materials (Required)
Readings available on Canvas