UPCOMING: What’s on Your Plate? The History of Politics and Food

On Tuesday, November 1, Barnard College will host what looks to be a fascinating panel discussion sponsored by the Barnard Center for Research on Women on the social, political, and ecological implications our food policy. It’s a very timely topic and should be lively and interesting.

From the event website:

How much do you know about the food you eat? Food production and the politics surrounding it have an enormous impact on our environment and economy. In recent years, scientists and activists have raised concerns about the sustainability and security of our food systems here in the US and around the world, but food has always been a driving force in international and domestic policy. Barnard faculty members Hilary Callahan, Kim F. Hall, Deborah Valenze, and Paige West will join us for an interdisciplinary conversation about the past and present social, geopolitical, rhetorical, and environmental factors that influence how food—including items as seemingly ordinary as sugar, coffee, milk, and corn—shapes culture and politics.

Join distinguished Barnard faculty for this free public event at 6:30PM on Tuesday November 1 in the James Room on the 4th floor of Barnard Hall. Click here to view a campus map.

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