Engagement with Food & Agricultural Systems

press release: "FORWARD: The Wisconsin Idea, Past & Present" is a free, public lecture series is open to all. The Wisconsin Idea is that the boundaries of the University are the boundaries of the state. This fall, sociologist and emeritus professor Cora Marrett will lead a public lecture series celebrating The Wisconsin Idea, focusing on the building of relationships, trust, and common understanding across the populace.

This is the sixth public lecture in a series of 14 celebrating the Wisconsin Idea. (https://www.ssc.wisc.edu/soc/wiscidea/) Emeritus professor Cora Marrett is leading the course and focusing on the building of relationships, trust, and common understanding across the populace.

We will provide brief overviews of several examples of how the University of Wisconsin is deeply involved in food and agriculture throughout its history and how it continues to engage with many communities. Steve will talk about vocational training in agriculture for Veterans, Native Americans, and under-served urban communities; Monica will talk about how historic injustices have led African-American communities to embrace food justice and food sovereignty; and Greg will reflect on his experiences of Extension as a food systems change agency.