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HIST 292

Food and History

History College of Family, Home, and Social Sciences

Course Description

History of tomatoes, potatoes, sugar, and spice. How food and foodways engage broader historical questions and illuminate aspects of human cultures.

When Taught

Contact Department

Grade Rule

Grade Rule 8: A, B, C, D, E, I (Standard grade rule)

Min

3

Fixed

3

Fixed

3

Fixed

0

Title

Research Methods

Learning Outcome

Students will refine and improve historical research, writing and analytical skills.

Title

Historical Knowledge of the Study of Food

Learning Outcome

Students will be able to discuss the theoretical underpinnings of the study of food, and will be able to discuss key aspects of the impact of food on human history.

Title

Effective Communication

Learning Outcome

Students will refine and improve oral presentation skills.