SOAN0370A-F17
Soc of Knowledge and Food
Sociology of Knowledge and Food Systems
What is knowledge? Drawing on social theorists such as
Foucault, Haraway, and Jasanoff, in this course students will use the food system to examine the social construction of knowledge. We will explore the rise and important contributions of science across much of the globe, and we will also regard challenges to science’s dominant position. Students will critically evaluate whether and how other forms of knowledge can or should shape contemporary social, cultural, and political life. Specific cases will include genetic modification, the patenting of life forms, and food justice. Students with any topical interest, however, are welcome. (SOAN 105). 3 hrs sem. (Sociology)
What is knowledge? Drawing on social theorists such as
Foucault, Haraway, and Jasanoff, in this course students will use the food system to examine the social construction of knowledge. We will explore the rise and important contributions of science across much of the globe, and we will also regard challenges to science’s dominant position. Students will critically evaluate whether and how other forms of knowledge can or should shape contemporary social, cultural, and political life. Specific cases will include genetic modification, the patenting of life forms, and food justice. Students with any topical interest, however, are welcome. (SOAN 105). 3 hrs sem. (Sociology)
- Term:
- Fall 2017
- Location:
- Munroe Hall 314(MNR 314)
- Schedule:
- 12:15pm-1:30pm on Monday, Wednesday (Sep 11, 2017 to Dec 8, 2017)
- Type:
- Seminar
- Instructors:
- Erica Morrell
- Subject:
- Sociology/Anthropology
- Department:
- Sociology/Anthropology
- Division:
- Social Sciences
- Requirements Fulfilled:
- SOC
- Levels:
- Undergraduate
- Cross-Listed As:
- SOAN0470A-F17 *
- Availability:
- View availability, prerequisites, and other requirements.
- Course Reference Number (CRN):
- 92470
- Subject Code:
- SOAN
- Course Number:
- 0370
- Section Identifier:
- A