Mediterranean Diet

Study Abroad in Italy:Mediterranean Diet and Lifestyle

Department of Nutrition and Exercise Physiology

Ann Cohen, MS, RD, LDLe Greta Hudson, MS, RD, LD, CDE

Mediterranean diet and lifestyleCourse credit and topic optionsApicius our partner in FlorenceExperiences in and around TuscanyApartmentsCosts and application Eating experience

Small portions

Dine leisurely

Simple, fresh food

After atwo year loan to the United States,Michelangelo's David is beingreturned to Italy

His proud sponsors were:

Study Abroad in Italy: Mediterranean Diet and LifestyleMay 16 June 6, 2015NUTR_S 3131 two sections:Three creditsSix credits

Program website: http://extension.missouri.edu/hes/studyabroad/

Course objectives:

1. Identify the ways foods are produced, marketed, and consumed in Italy as compared to the U.S.

2. Contrast social, cultural, and environmental influences on food acquisition, storage, and preparation in Italy with those in the U.S.

3. Evaluate public policies and practices related to food, nutrition, and health in Italy as compared to the U.S.

Three creditsChoose from the following courses taught by Apicius International School of Hospitality in Florence, ItalyThe Mediterranean Diet: A Guide to Healthy LivingNutrition in the Sports IndustryFarm to Table - Sustainable FoodParticipate in selected class meetings of the Mediterranean Lifestyle: Culture, Policies and Practices course taught in Florence by MU faculty

Six creditsMediterranean Lifestyle: Culture, Policies and Practices course taught in Florence by MU faculty and your choice of a course taught by Apicius International School of Hospitality The Mediterranean Diet: A Guide to Healthy LivingNutrition in the Sports IndustryFarm to Table - Sustainable Food

Apicius International School of Hospitality

The Mediterranean Diet: A Guide to Healthy LivingAnalyze and compare various food guides and elements of each of the food groups Prepare typical Mediterranean dishesEvaluate food choices related to health

Nutrition in the Sports IndustryExamine how nutrition and exercise can maximize athletic potential and performance.Identify the benefits of exercise for optimal health and weight loss. Evaluate the nutritional aspects of an athletes diet (calories, caloric pattern, hydration, daily food distribution, eating timing and digestion).

Farm to Table Sustainable FoodExplore the social aspects of the food supply chain.Discuss sustainability principles in food systemsExamine food availability, accessibility, distribution and consumption

Excursions and travel time TravelTo a winery in the Chianti area, to Parma and Modena in the Emilia Romagna region and to the Cinque Terre. To Rome or Venice on May 31.To Lucca and Pisa on June 2.

Winery in Chianti36

Bringing up the cheese for Parmegiano reggiano.37

Salt baths for Parmegiano Reggiano38

Aging traditional balsamic vinegar.39

Florence from Piazza Michelangelo.40

Ponte Vecchio in Florence.41

Seasonal shopping in the Florence Central Market.42

Fish vendor in the Florence Central Market.43

Meat counter in the Florence Central Market.44

Trains are an easy way to travel to Lucca, the Cinque Terre, Rome or Venice.45

Easy to ride around Lucca.46

Biking in the park on the top of the walls of Lucca.47Cinque Terre

Along the trail.49

Manorola above the sea.50

Approach Vernazza.51

View above Vernazza.52

View between Vernazza and Monterossa.53

Agricultural terraces in the Cinque Terre.54

Monterossa beach at the end of the walk through the Cinque Terre.55St. Peters Square - Rome

Rome is a possible travel destination for the free day on June 22.56ExpectationsParticipation in all classes and excursions

Class presentations, papers, quizzes and exams in Italy; reflection portfolio on return to US

Behavior: Representative of the University of Missouri and guest in Italy

Expectations as basis for grade.57Apartments Centrally located on via Ricasoli near the Duomo and Apicius.58

Double and triple rooms in the apartment building.59

Common area on each floor of the apartment building.60

Shared kitchen on each floor of the apartment building.61

Laundry facilities in the apartment building62Costs1Based on fees for the Fall 2014 semester. Summer 2015 fees may vary. Non-Missouri residents pay an additional $500.90 per credit hour.2Based on receipt of $100 non-refundable deposit by December 12, 2014.Estimated program costs for three credit course Saturday, May 16-Saturday, June 6, 20151Estimated program costs for six credit course Saturday, May 16-Saturday, June 6, 20151MU Educational Fees for 3 Credits: $822MU Information Technology Fees for 3 Credits: $39MU Human Environmental Sciences Course Fees for 3 Credits: $130MU Study Abroad Administrative Fee: $75Early Program Fee2: $3,100Total Program Costs: $4,166MU Educational Fees for 6 Credits: $1,644MU Information Technology Fees for 6 Credits: $78MU Human Environmental Sciences Course Fees for 6 Credits: $260MU Study Abroad Administrative Fee: $75Early Program Fee2: $3,100Total Program Costs: $5,157Additional Costs:Round Trip Airfare (estimated):$1,450Personal Expenses (estimated): $500Total Additional Costs: $1,950 Additional Costs:Round Trip Airfare (estimated):$1450Personal Expenses (estimated): $500Total Additional Costs: $1,950 Final Cost: $6,116Final Cost: $7,10763Financial AidFinancial aid that is typically available for regular classes at MU should apply to the cost of the program:Curators ScholarshipBright-FlightMU GrantOther MU scholarshipsAdditional grants, loans or scholarships may be available to offset the extra costs incurred on this program. For more information contact theFinancial Aid Officeat 11 Jesse Hall, 882-7506.Application and DepositSubmit the following application materials to Deb Garrett, 204 Gwynn Hall:

Course proposal formApplication formDeposit. Non-refundable $100 deposit holds a place in the program. Check payable to University of Missouri.

Deposit and forms to Deb Garrett, 204 Gwynn Hall byDecember 12, 2014 Both forms are available on the course website.65Questions?