Food Studies is for any student working in or studying a topic that has a relationship to food - agriculture, food distribution, social work, maternal and infant health, economic and political stability, peacebuilding, transportation, conservation, global health, and many more. UWM's program does not focus on food preparation or culinary arts but provides value for individuals in food service who want to understand the impact of food and nutrition in our society and in places around the globe.
Students take courses in nutrition and health sciences to explore the effects of food on our physical and mental well-being as well as liberal arts coursework in history, anthropology, and foreign cultures to develop a deeper understanding of the culture, identity, costs, distribution, infrastructure, scarcity, and politics surrounding food.
Food & Beverage Studies Courses
FOODBEV 101 Introduction to Food Studies
3 cr. Undergraduate.
Ways in which food affects health; health 'crazes;' systems of food distribution and economics; ethical and environmental issues; food as a symbol for social distinction.
Prerequisites: none.
General Education Requirements: SS
Last Taught: Summer 2020, Spring 2020, Fall 2019, Summer 2019.
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FOODBEV 102 Taste: The Culture and Science of Fermentation
3 cr. Undergraduate.
Fermentation as a cultural and scientific phenomenon; anthropological, historical, biological, chemical, and cultural aspects of fermentation process; roles of fermented foods and beverages in society.
Prerequisites: none.
Last Taught: Spring 2017.
Current Offerings: https://catalog.uwm.edu/course-search/
FOODBEV 199 Independent Study
1-3 cr. Undergraduate.
Independent study under supervision of faculty or academic staff member. For further information, consult prog coordinator.
Prerequisites: 2.5 GPA; writ cons instr, prog coord, & asst dean for SAS.
Course Rules: Retakable to 3 cr max.
Current Offerings: https://catalog.uwm.edu/course-search/
FOODBEV 289 Internship in Food Studies, Lower Division
1-3 cr. Undergraduate.
Application of basic principles of food studies in business, organizational, educational, political, or other appropriate setting.
Prerequisites: 2.50 gpa; cons supervising instr.
Course Rules: One cr earned for academic work based on 40 hrs in internship. Retakable to 3 cr max.
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FOODBEV 297 Study Abroad:
1-6 cr. Undergraduate.
Designed to enroll students in UWM sponsored program before course work levels, content, and credits are determined and/or in specially prepared program course work.
Prerequisites: acceptance for Study Abroad Prog.
Course Rules: Retakable w/chg in topic.
Current Offerings: https://catalog.uwm.edu/course-search/
FOODBEV 299 Ad Hoc:
1-6 cr. Undergraduate.
Course created expressly for offering in a specified enrollment period.
Prerequisites: none; add'l prereqs may be assigned to specific topic.
Course Rules: Requires only prog coord & assoc dean approval. In exceptional circumstances, can be offered in one add'l sem. Retakable w/chg in topic.
Current Offerings: https://catalog.uwm.edu/course-search/
FOODBEV 489 Internship in Food Studies, Upper Division
1-3 cr. Undergraduate.
Application of basic principles of food studies in business, organizational, educational, political, or other appropriate setting.
Prerequisites: jr st; 2.50 gpa; cons supervising instr.
Course Rules: One cr earned for academic work based on 40 hrs in internship. Retakable to 3 cr max.
Last Taught: Fall 2017, Spring 2017, Summer 2016, Spring 2016.
Current Offerings: https://catalog.uwm.edu/course-search/
FOODBEV 497 Study Abroad:
1-6 cr. Undergraduate.
Designed to enroll students in UWM sponsored program before course work levels, content, and credits are determined and/or in specially prepared program course work.
Prerequisites: jr st; acceptance for Study Abroad Prog.
Course Rules: Retakable w/chg in topic.
Current Offerings: https://catalog.uwm.edu/course-search/
FOODBEV 499 Ad Hoc:
1-6 cr. Undergraduate.
Course created expressly for offering in a specified enrollment period.
Prerequisites: jr st; add'l prereqs may be assigned to specific topic.
Course Rules: Requires only prog coord & assoc dean approval. In exceptional circumstances, can be offered in one add'l sem. Retakable w/chg in topic.
Current Offerings: https://catalog.uwm.edu/course-search/
FOODBEV 699 Advanced Independent Study
1-3 cr. Undergraduate.
Advanced-level independent study work under the supervision of a faculty or academic staff member.
Prerequisites: jr st; 2.5 GPA; writ cons instr, prog coord, & asst dean for SAS.
Course Rules: Retakable w/chg in topic to 3 cr max.
Last Taught: Fall 2018, Spring 2018, Fall 2015.
Current Offerings: https://catalog.uwm.edu/course-search/