CHPR 237: Hunger & Food Insecurity: Challenges and Solution

Course Description

This course will examine local, national, and global hunger issues and solutions. The focus of each class will acknowledge and examine the associations between health disparities, structural racism, systemic poverty, and the built environment that create barriers to sustainable availability and access to nutritious foods. The course will focus on advancing knowledge and skills in communication and critical thinking. Assignments will include readings, submitting written reflections, participating in class discussions, and a final project. Priority for enrollment given to current CHPR masters students, who must enroll for a letter grade