Changing the World Through the Power of Food
The Global Food Institute
at the George Washington University
Powered by interdisciplinary research and teaching across policy, innovation, and humanity, the Global Food Institute at GW will work to transform people’s lives and the health of our planet.
Explore Our Courses & Minor in Food Leadership
Join the Global Food Institute’s transformative Food Leadership Minor and develop the expertise needed to drive sustainable change. Our 18-credit program blends classroom learning with immersive experiences in policy, innovation, nutrition, and sustainability, preparing you to tackle global food challenges.
Explore upcoming Fall 2026 courses, with opportunities for hands-on learning both locally and abroad.
Latest News & Updates
Is It Safe to Eat Lettuce? Barbara Kowalcyk Weighs In. (New York Times)
July 20, 2026
Federal health officials have linked a large cyclosporiasis outbreak to shredded lettuce served at Taco Bell. Is lettuce from grocery stores and restaurants OK?
Stacy Dean Shares SNAP Expertise in Report About the Nation's Fittest Cities (USA Today)
July 14, 2026
People in the nation's fittest cities are more likely to take brisk walks or routinely hit the gym. They are also have lower rates of obesity and chronic disease.
What to Know About the US Outbreak of Cyclospora Parasite Intestinal Illness—Barbara Kowalcyk Explains (Reuters)
July 14, 2026
Cases of an intestinal infection from the cyclospora parasite have surged in recent days according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
