Gardens, Community Engagement and Sustainability (Oregon Food Bank)

This course will explore sustainability, food security and personal connection to the environment through community engagement at the Oregon Food Bank and Wombyn’s Wellness Garden. Students will examine community-based learning through the lens of sustainability leadership, and engage with alternative and critical perspectives on sustainability. Class time will focus on hands-on activities in the learning gardens, group discussion and community engagement projects in support of the Oregon Food Bank and Wombyn’s Wellness Garden. 

Optional in-person meetings on Mondays 10 am to 12 pm in the garden at The Oregon Food Bank, 7900 NE 33rd Dr. Portland 97211 and Zoom class meetings on Wednesdays from 10 am to 12 pm.