Video Course Description- AEE 570
In AEE 570, students learn about the role of sustainable urban agriculture in the community building process within predominately low income communities. A series of case studies and dynamic conversations with figures from various components of the city agriculture structure make up the core of the course. Through conversations and brainstorming sessions with visits to farm sites, students learn about aspects of urban agriculture and community building from top down organizations and bottom up organizations. Students learn how to effectively use their vast networks and community individuals to gain perspectives of their role in the world. This course is geared towards students who want to get hands-on experience working with communities of individuals who don’t have access to fresh food.