NF 150 - FOOD AND CULTURE

    Recent Professors
    Ann Volk
    Recent Semesters
    Spring 2027, Fall 2026
    Class Size
    35 students
    Difficulty
    5.2Moderateout of 10
    Credits
    3
    Spring 2027 Sections
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    Transfers To
    CSUCSU GE Area C2 · CSU GE Area E
    Description
    This course is designed to study the culture and home life of varying populations. The study of each culture begins with a history of the group in its native environment then moves to its history and current demographics in the United States. Worldview is studied, including traditional foods, health practices and beliefs. Immigrant influence on American cooking, as well as impact on the health care system, will be analyzed and compared. Course includes sampling of foods from various cultures studied. The course will encourage self-examination and individual cultural identification as well as cultural bias of the student. It expands attitudes towards diversity and is essential for health care providers, food service professionals, dietitians and nutritionists.
    Usually Held
    Tue Thu 11:00am–12:20pm