Sustainable Food Systems in the Mediterranean

In the context of each unique host-region —Tuscany, Sicily, and the Bosporus— students explore the social and political complexities of the Mediterranean through the lens of food and nutrition, analyzing the factors that unify the region, its culture, and cuisine.

Experiential Courses
Topics of study include migration and urbanization, global trade relations, cultural identity, and sustainability. Experiential courses include visits to food producers and local markets, tastings, on-site lectures and walking tours, visits to museums and government offices, and meetings with NGOs, among other offerings.

Interdisciplinary Nature
With its focus on migration and urbanization, global trade relations, cultural identity, and the quest for sustainability, this program is ideally suited for students with various interests, including food systems, sustainability, migration and human rights, political science, and global studies.