Global Food Institute Student Newsletter

GFI is offering three new undergraduate courses this semester! Spots are still open, and students are able to register for these courses on GWeb.

GFI 1001: Introduction to Food Systems

Mondays & Wednesdays, 2:20-3:45pm (3 credits)

Explore how food is grown, how it gets on your plate, and what happens when you are done. Examine human health and well-being, our impact on the environment, and economic drivers of food production. Gain a glimpse into the complex global food system. Required course for the Food Leadership Minor.

GFI 1002: Global Food Institute First Year Seminar

Mondays, 5:10-6pm (1 credit)

Journey through the complex world of the U.S. food industry. Explore how your dinner plate is connected to commercial farms, bustling food hubs, and global supply chains. Craft innovative solutions to weather economic storms and adapt to climate change. Students may have the opportunity to publish their work from this course. Course counts toward the Humanity pillar of the Food Leadership Minor. Alternatively can count toward the Policy pillar after discussion with Minor advisor.

GFI 3003: Stakeholder Perspectives on Federal Food Policymaking in the U.S.

Wednesdays, 9:35am-12:05pm (3 credits)

Introduction to national level food policymaking emphasizing actors and actions shaping food policies. Includes exploration of timely issues and experiential learning, such as guest speakers, case studies, internships, and advocacy engagement. Fulfills the Policy pillar of the Food Leadership Minor.

Nestle is hosting a Campus Culinary Challenge this fall! They are looking for creative solutions to enhance how students access and enjoy food and beverages on campus. Prizes include $10,000 cash prize and mentorship by industry experts. 

If interested, submit your idea before the deadline on Sunday, September 8th. 

Challenge Timeline: 

• Call for ideas: from 07.29.2024 to 09.08.2024 end of day.
• Evaluation Phase: Starting on 09.09.2024.
• Coaching Sessions: 09.23.2024 – 10.08.2024.
• Phase 1 Pitch Session: 10.10.2024.
• Additional Coaching Sessions: 10.14.2024 – 10.30.2024.
• Final ELT Pitch Session: 10.31.2024. 👉 During this session you will have the opportunity to pitch your idea to the Nestlé USA Executive leadership team at the Nestlé USA HQ in Arlington, VA (all travel expenses paid by Nestlé).

Have events or information you would like to share with other students? Email us at globalfoodinstitute@gwu.edu and we will consolidate these opportunities to share out with the group. 

If you are new to the Student Newsletter, you can view our previous student newsletter. 

Thank you all for your interest in the Global Food Institute. We look forward to your continued engagement with GFI!

The Global Food Institute Team