University of Missouri
SD-2: Food Education

CAFNR's vision will be achieved through the missions of: Acquiring new knowledge. Through research and scholarly endeavors, CAFNR strives to discover and disseminate new knowledge, scientific information and innovations through formal and non-formal educational programs. Developing human and community potential. CAFNR's ultimate goal is to improve the quality of life including socioeconomic status, self-esteem, health and leadership abilities. It is dedicated to providing educational opportunities and science-based information to the public to meet the challenges of the new millennium. CAFNR's programs will examine how present and future research, education and public policy in agriculture and natural resources affect individuals and their communities. Enhancing sustainable use of agricultural and natural resources. Food, fuel and fiber generation depend on the efficient and sustained use of soil, water and air. CAFNR seeks to improve the management and conservation of Missouri's agricultural and natural resources that affect human welfare through education, research and service. Developing food and other bio-based products for value-added and new uses. CAFNR's programs teach Missouri's citizens how technology is used to increase the market value of food, fuel and fiber products. Enhancing environmental quality. Through education, research and service activities, CAFNR seeks to improve management and conservation of regional and global air, water and land systems that affect human welfare. Undergraduate Majors (Emphasis areas are listed below the degree name.) Agribusiness Management Agriculture Sustainable Agriculture Agricultural Economics Financial Planning Public Policy Agricultural Education Leadership Teacher Certification Agricultural Systems Management Animal Sciences Biochemistry Fisheries and Wildlife Sciences Food Science and Nutrition Forestry Forest Resource Management Individualized Studies Industrial Forest Management Urban Forestry Parks, Recreation and Tourism Leisure Service Management Natural Resource Recreation Management Sport Management Tourism Development Hospitality Management Conference & Event Management Food & Beverage Management Lodging Management Sport Venue Management Plant Sciences Breeding, Biology & Biotechnology Crop Management Horticultural Science and Design Turfgrass Science Science and Agricultural Journalism Soil, Environmental and Atmospheric Sciences Atmospheric Science Environmental Science Soil Science Soil Resource Management Students in this program are required to complete a three-credit-hour internship or international experience in sustainable agriculture. You'll find that many opportunities are available for internships and research that reflect the variety of innovative food and farming systems and your own interests. http://cafnr.missouri.edu/about/mission-values.php http://cafnr.missouri.edu/academics/ http://cafnr.missouri.edu/academics/sustainable-ag.php

- Campus Dining Services at Mizzou is proud to announce the launch of Zoutrition. An online tool, Zoutrition provides users nutritional information for 15 of Mizzou's restaurants. In addition to providing nutritional information, Zoutrition can assist you in making wise choices to meet your nutritional goals when dining in Campus Dining Service locations. You will find this tool helpful to: Identify and select well-balanced meals. Confirm the nutritional content of your food choices. Identify possible allergens and food intolerances. Select preferences for specific types of diets such as vegetarian or vegan. http://dining.missouri.edu/earthright/index.php

Campus Dining Services at Mizzou offers more than just great food. Convenient locations, flexible dining plans and a variety of food options allow students to make healthy choices that fit their busy schedules. Locations in or near residence halls offer all-you-care-to-eat dining and takeout, including multiple food stations and vegetarian and vegan options. Campus Dining also has retail cafés, convenience stores and national brands located across campus. Students can choose from a range of meal-plan options and can use a prepaid E.Z. Charge account that is accepted at any location. Because of this variety and quality, Campus Dining Services in 2005 earned the Ivy Award, a national honor shared with some of the country’s top restaurants. Campus Dining Services at Mizzou offers more than just great food. Convenient locations, flexible dining plans and a variety of food options allow students to make healthy choices that fit their busy schedules. Locations in or near residence halls offer all-you-care-to-eat dining and takeout, including multiple food stations and vegetarian and vegan options.

CAFNR Student Council serves as a link between CAFNR faculty and students by acting as a key group for voicing student concerns and advocating change in both the university and the state. CAFNR Student Council includes representatives from every class, organization and degree program within the College of Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources (CAFNR). Members help promote agriculture, food, and natural resources-related professions and relate the importance of this industry to consumers. CAFNR StuCohosts various activities for organizations and faculty to participate. We work hard to help students feel connected with their peers and faculty and aid CAFNRclubs in sharing the importance of agriculture. If you would like to be a part of CAFNRStuCo, you must be an elected representative from a CAFNRorganization, or you can run in the yearly elections held at the end of the fall semester, to represent your class or major. http://studentsustainability.missouri.edu/?page_id=181

Mizzou holds free Growing Your Own Food In Your Home Garden events. The event comprises of home gardening and nutrition workshops where a meal will be prepared and served.