Graduate Certificate in Urban Food Systems Sustainability
Published on June 21, 2025
About this Podcast
HOST: Welcome to our podcast, today I'm thrilled to be joined by Dr. Jane Smith, an expert in urban food systems sustainability and the lead instructor for the Graduate Certificate in Urban Food Systems Sustainability. Dr. Smith, can you tell us a bit about your personal experiences that led you to this field? GUEST: Absolutely, I've always been passionate about sustainable agriculture and social equity. Working in urban settings, I saw firsthand the potential for creating resilient food systems that address food insecurity and environmental challenges. HOST: That's inspiring. Now, let's talk about current trends. What are some key issues or developments in urban food systems that learners can expect to explore in this course? GUEST: We're seeing a growing interest in innovative solutions like urban farming, rooftop gardens, and food policy councils. Learners will engage with these trends and discover how to implement them in their own communities. HOST: Speaking of challenges, what obstacles have you encountered in this field, and how does the course help students overcome them? GUEST: One major challenge is stakeholder engagement and collaboration. In the course, we provide tools and frameworks for effective community engagement, ensuring learners can build strong partnerships to drive change. HOST: That's crucial. Now, let's look forward. How do you see the future of urban food systems, and what role does this course play in shaping that future? GUEST: I believe we'll continue to see a shift towards local, sustainable food systems. Our course equips learners with the skills to lead that transition, empowering them to create positive change in their communities. HOST: Dr. Smith, thank you so much for sharing your insights and giving us a glimpse into the Graduate Certificate in Urban Food Systems Sustainability. It's clear that this course offers a unique opportunity for professionals to make a real impact on the future of our cities. GUEST: Thank you for having me. I'm excited to see the positive change that this course will bring about in urban food systems.
