| Overall Rating | Silver - expired |
|---|---|
| Overall Score | 46.60 |
| Liaison | Caitlin McLennan |
| Submission Date | Oct. 22, 2013 |
| Executive Letter | Download |
Utah State University
SD-2: Food Education
| Status | Score | Responsible Party |
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Alexi
Lamm Sustainability Coordinator Facilities |
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Are students educated in an academic class about how to make eco-positive food choices?:
Yes
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Provide a brief description:
NDFS 1260 Food Literacy includes a discussion of farm to fork and how to contribute to a more sustainable food system.
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Are students educated in dining facilities about how to make eco-positive food choices?:
No
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Are students educated during orientation about how to make eco-positive food choices?:
No
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Are students educated in other venues about how to make eco-positive food choices?:
Yes
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Provide a brief description:
USU celebrates Food Day each year in October with a focus on healthy and sustainable food. Earth Week in April includes chef demonstrations with local ingredients. Students have also started a Vegan News Club to encourage students to eat responsibly.
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Is there a program by which students are encouraged to and/or taught how to grow their own food?:
Yes
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Provide a brief description of the program:
The USU Student Organic Farm is a hands-on laboratory for students to learn about organic farming and gardening practices.Students may participate through volunteer activities, employment as a farm manager, and course credit- PSC 2800 Fundamentals of Organic Agriculture and PSC 4900 Student Farm Practicum.
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