University Of California Rolls Out New Plant-Based Course At All Campuses

The University of California is rolling out a new course on plant-based food systems, available to all undergraduates across its campuses. The course, titled "Introduction to Plant-Centric Food Systems," will cover topics such as climate, health, animal welfare, policy, and plant-based cooking, with the goal of promoting positive food system change. Co-instructed by vegan chef Miyoko Schinner and program director Brittany Sartor, the course will include discussions with experts, real-world assignments, and opportunities for personal and systemic change.

The course is part of the Plant Futures program, founded by Sartor and fellow UC Berkeley alumni to bridge the gap between students and the plant-based industry. With partnerships with over 60 plant-based organizations and programming at 80 universities in North America, the initiative aims to create a more sustainable and equitable food system for future generations. "Plant Futures: Introduction to Plant-Centric Food Systems" will run from January to May 2025, with early enrollment encouraged for interested UC students looking to participate in the course.