FSHN 320

Spring 2026 Part of Term 1

Part of Term 1
Jan 20-May 6
Food Security: Service Learning in the Community

Credit: 3 hours.

Food security is a major concern globally, as well as nationally, and in the local community. Students will explore social and health issues related to food security and gain an understanding of the collaborative efforts for managing food security issues in the Urbana-Champaign and campus communities. Students will learn about food security-related organizations, feeding programs, educational programs, and health initiatives to combat food insecurity in the community. Students will learn via classroom instruction, online instruction, and community-based education and service learning.

Prerequisite: FSHN 101 or FSHN 120 or FSHN 220 or consent of instructor.

FSHN 320 class schedule data for spring 2026
CRN Type Section Time Day Location Instructor Section Details
74665
Laboratory
Lecture
A
A
ARRANGED
2:30PM -3:50PM
n.a.
T
Location Pending
393 Bevier Hall
Torres Aguilar, P
Torres Aguilar, P
Part of Term:
1
Date Range:
01/20/26-05/06/26
Section Info:
This 3-credit hour course provides students with an immersive, hands-on opportunity to work alongside community partners in the field of food insecurity. Students will engage with local community organizations and develop an individual project for their chosen organization. Students will commit to 4-6 hours per week, including on-site collaboration with community partners in addition to weekly lectures.
Restriction(s):
Restricted to Undergrad - Urbana-Champaign.
Restricted to students in the Food Science & Human Nutrition department.
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