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Decode Food System Impacts

The Food Systems and Food Studies co-major at Miami University in Oxford, Ohio explores food and the complex journey it takes from farm to fork. In this interdisciplinary food systems program, you’ll examine how food is produced, distributed, and consumed—while gaining insight into the environmental, social, and economic forces that shape global and local food systems.

Through a combination of courses in agricultural ecology; food, nutrition, and health; and food, society, and culture, you’ll connect classroom learning with real-world experiences. This hands-on approach helps you develop a well-rounded understanding of food from biological, economic, political, cultural, and environmental perspectives—preparing you for careers in sustainability, agriculture, public health, policy, and food-related industries.

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Curriculum and Courses

The Food Systems and Food Studies co-major is designed to complement a primary major, which provides significant depth and breadth in an academic discipline. Components of the curriculum are divided into foundational courses, interdisciplinary electives, and an internship.

At Miami, there is something for everyone.

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I1218 Lockhead Martin Group Cohort 7

My combination of majors and minors has assisted me in following my passion for how food and wellness connect to the mind and body.

Katie Sanderson ’22

Food Systems and Food Studies, Psychology

Career Options

Students are prepared to pursue a wide variety of career paths and post-graduate degrees in agriculture and food-related professions.

Facts and Stats

Your college experience here will be one of the most exciting times of your life. To make sure of this, we’ll provide you with a powerful support system.

90%

First-to-second year retention

Miami University Data

12th

Among Public Universities in the United States for Four-Year Graduation Rate

The Chronicle of Higher Education Almanac

99%

Graduate Success, Employed, or Continuing Education within Six Months

Miami University Data

Pair Your Food Systems Co-Major With the Perfect Major

Explore a wide range of majors and minors that complement your co-major. Whether you’re looking to deepen your expertise or broaden your academic experience, these programs are designed to help you build a well-rounded and impactful degree.

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Admission and Aid

Explore what it means to be a college student at Miami University in Oxford, Ohio, where students prepare to go anywhere and everywhere. We’ll be here to help every step of the way as you prepare for college admission, enrollment, and success.

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513-529-2531
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Institute for the Environment and Sustainability

Sarah Dumyahn, Ph.D., Associate Teaching Professor
Shideler Hall 221
250 S. Patterson Ave.
Oxford, OH 45056

[email protected]
513-529-0533