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Ecological Identity:Food&the Fragile Environment
One week: July 13-19, 2008
Some of the hottest issues in the world today center around our relationship to the Environment: Is it sustainable? Are we contributing to environmental degradation? How can we, as average people, make a positive difference? This class will explore the issues and realities of the changing environment in which we live, giving special consideration to the food we eat, from the farm to our plates. Utilizing Furman's Organic Garden, the class will explore organic and other alternative food sources, allowing participants to get their hands "dirty" while they are learning. Participants will explore in depth the Furman food system, and go behind the scenes of Furman's newly renovated dining hall. We will meet experts on local, state, and global issues, and view films to better understand the relationship between you, your local environment, and the world at large. At the end of the week you will have a new and informed perspective on the environment and how we sustain it for the future.
Facilitating this class will be James Wilkins, environmental sustainability intern at Furman University and supervisor of the Furman organic garden. James works to support and strengthen the efforts in promoting environmental sustainability on and off campus. He also works to support the dining hall's local food efforts and the campus composting program. James has a passion for sustainable food systems and working with the land.
Program Dates and Tuition Costs
The instructional program begins at 9:00 a.m., July 14, and ends at 4 p.m., July 18.
Registration is from 2 - 4 p.m. on Sunday, July 13.
The program fee is $800 including room, board, materials, field trips and activities.
Meals: Sunday (July 13) through Saturday (July 19) breakfast.
Campus Housing and Amenities
Participants will be housed in Lakeside Housing, one of Furman's residential complexes.
Summer Scholars Program participants have access to campus amenities such as the James B. Duke Library, tennis courts, jogging trails, fitness trails, swimming pool, the University Center, and campus dining facilities. Bring casual and sports clothing for outdoor recreational activities.
Program Entrance Requirements
Summer Scholars programs are open to students entering the 11th or 12th grades who have strong academic skills and motivation. Rising sophomores may be admitted under special circumstances. Program enrollments are limited and qualified students are accepted on a first-come basis, so early application is recommended. Applications may be obtained from the Enrollment Office, Furman University, 3300 Poinsett Highway, Greenville, SC 29613 (864) 294-3231 or from the Summer Scholars Web site: http://www.furman.edu/summerscholars. Students may apply for a class each week. Once your application is approved, you will receive an admission letter and registration form requesting that you mail in your $150.00 non-refundable deposit. The deposit will guarantee your space in the program(s). If you plan to attend both weeks, you will be required to pay a deposit for each class.
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