Education at Arrell Food Institute
Why Is Education Important To Us?
The future of the agri-food workforce is changing. We are dealing with wicked challenges like climate change, disrupted supply chains, a growing world population, and increasing hunger across the globe. To meet these challenges, we need to train students who can think beyond disciplines and silos, communicate and implement complex ideas, and deal with new technologies and data to create innovative solutions.
That’s why Arrell Food Institute is redefining the way we train students in agri-food. Through innovative graduate courses, experiential learning and scholarships, we are bringing together students to develop in-demand skills, connect with industry leaders, and tackle complex problems. Continue reading to learn more about our educational programs.
UNIV*6050: Innovation and Entrepreneurship in Agri-Food Systems
The graduate course UNIV*6050: Innovation and Entrepreneurship in Agri-Food Systems provides students with foundational lessons in communication, critical thinking and collaboration, and then matches teams of students with an industry, government or community partner. Students apply these skills by exploring the challenges faced by their partner organization and pitching and developing a solution.
Net-Zero Food Systems Challenge
The Net-Zero Food Systems Challenge (NZFSC), now entering its second year, is an experiential learning program that brings together graduate students with industry leaders to explore solutions to a net-zero food system. Students conduct independent research, synthesize information about policy and practice, and collate their information into a series of reports and recommendations.
Arrell Scholarships
Arrell Scholarships are awarded to emerging leaders in the agri-food sector who are academically excellent and dedicated to ensuring a sustainable, productive and equitable food system. Arell Scholars and Scholar Alumni come from diverse sectors – from business, to engineering, to livestock, crop and soil science, to the social sciences – and take part in experiential learning programs, networking with key industry experts, and leadership opportunities.
Get Involved with Us
If you’re an industry, government or community organization interested in partnering with AFI on our educational initiatives, get in touch!