Integrating Project Seminar (395-0-20)

Instructors

Shelby Ann Mohrs

Meeting Info

University Library 5746: Wed 1:00PM - 3:50PM

Overview of class

Global Foodways

Are we what we eat? What is the relationship between food and identity? The past and present? In this course, we will investigate these central questions through the lens of international studies to understand the diversity of cuisines and food systems across time and space. We will study the foundations of methodologies and theories researchers use to understand food and how these frameworks shape our interpretations through case studies ranging from "paleo-diets," the origins of agriculture, contemporary cuisines, and modern food sovereignty movements. These case studies will include archaeological, historical, and environmental data with an emphasis on traditional and Indigenous knowledge. This will allow us to interrogate how people around the world choose to feed themselves and the impact of culture on our current food systems.

Learning Objectives

Understand the diversity of food system across time and space.

Differentiate between methodological approaches/techniques researchers use to understand food in the past and present.

Interpret data and draw conclusions about past and present foodways.

Critically reflect on the role of culturally appropriate foods and food sovereignty movements on contemporary food systems.

Class Attributes

Attendance at 1st class mandatory