AGNR 3095 - SPECIAL TOPICS Food and Revolution: the Cuban Experience
May 13 - 24, 2019
(Fulfills ECON major Related course)
The class will cover Cuba’s remarkable history pertaining to agricultural production and food security. Efforts in sustainable agriculture, organic farming and local solutions to production challenges have become a hallmark of Cuban agriculture. Students will have the opportunity to meet farmers, scientists and community leaders who will share their vision for agriculture and food security. Subject areas to be covered include: animal and plant production systems, urban agriculture, integrated pest management and organic farming.
WHAT’S INCLUDED
- Classes at Cuban agricultural research and education institutes, guest lectures and field trips
- Residencia housing with breakfast, lunch and dinner included
- Cultural activities in Havana and excursion to Las Terrazas/Vinales
- Airport transfers and transportation in Cuba
- Cuban visa and medical insurance
- 3 UConn credits
APPLICATION DEADLINE: December 12, 2018
Visit the UConn Education Abroad website for all program details! www.abroad.uconn.edu
Or join us for an information session on Thursday, November 29, 2018
11:00 am – 12:30 pm
George White Bldg. 115 (York Room)
For more information contact:
Dr. Ana Legrand
ana.legrand@uconn.edu
Department of Plant Science &
Landscape Architecture
Dr. Steven Zinn
steven.zinn@uconn.edu
Department of Animal Science
For more information, contact: Ana Legrand at ana.legrand@uconn.edu