The Food Studies (Minor)
Ursinus College
Date Posted: Oct. 9, 2025
Submitted by: Robin Frederick
Sustainability Topic:
Curriculum
Content Type:
Academic Programs
Discipline:
Agriculture
Tags:
food studies
Program Type: Minor
Description
This program provides both classroom and hands-on learning opportunities, allowing students to explore how food systems impact health, community wellness, and well-being. Students can choose to study food systems from various perspectives, including ecology, policy, and economics, and understand how these factors influence food’s structure and outcomes. Additionally, the program delves into the role of food in identity formation, examining how it shapes individual, social, and cultural identities.