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 2025 courses, with opportunities for hands-on learning both locally and abroad.
Latest News & Updates
Act Now: Join Young People in the Fight to End Food Waste
September 9, 2025
Regina Harmon, Executive Director of Food Recovery Network shares how students effort against food waste and hunger.
Steady Work, Lasting Change: How Maine is Leveraging Federal Nutrition Programs to End Childhood Food Insecurity
September 2, 2025
Justin Strasburger, the Executive Director of Full Plates Full Potential, shares how the non profit works tirelessly to ensure that all Maine kids are fed - every meal, every day.
GFI Faculty Barbara Kowalcyk Shares Her Expertise Around Cuts to FoodNet Surveillance
August 27, 2025
Barbara Kowalcyk, Director of the Institute for Food Safety and Nutrition Security at George Washington University and GFI Faculty shares her expertise on food safety surveillance cuts.
