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NTFS 4630 01F — Cultural Foods

CRN 51100

3.0 credit hours

This course explores the relationship between food and nutrition, history, geography, culture and traditions, religion, communication, and acculturation. This course includes the study of cultural parameters and current issues that have shaped and continue to influence foodways - food availability, farming and food production practices, economics, politics, globalization, and sustainability. Students will also examine their own heritage and family dynamics to better understand their personal food, nutrition, and health beliefs and practices.

Course Details

College Health Professions Instructor Shankar, Padmini
Location Online Course Seats Available 2 open (28 / 30)
Instructional Method Entirely at a distance This course is delivered 100% through distance education technology. No visits to campus/designated instructional site are required. Waitlist Available 0 / 5
Schedule Type Asynchronous Instruction Asynchronous Course: Instruction delivered online without specified meeting days, times, or location. Material Cost N/A
Semester Summer 2025 University Store Online
Term Minimester I Course Fees N/A

Meeting Times

Dates Days Time Building Room
May 19 - June 20, 2025 - - - -