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Ƶ Screens Film “Food Chains,” Hosts Discussion with CIW

Oct 27, 2015


OCTOBER 27, 2015 – FORT MYERS, FLA. – The Florida SouthWestern State College (Ƶ) Diversity Alliance will host a special screening of the film "Food Chains" featuring Eva Longoria and Eric Schlosser, from 3:30-5 p.m. on Tuesday, November 17, Building J, Room 103, at the Ƶ Thomas Edison Campus in Fort Myers.

The film explores the history and current issues affecting Florida’s farmworkers and takes a look at where food comes from in Florida. Following the screening, a discussion will be held with the Coalition of Immokalee Workers (CIW).

A trailer of the film can be viewed online at bit.ly/foodchainstrailer. The event is free and open to the public.

For more information, contact Dr. Eileen DeLuca, Associate Vice President, Academic Affairs, at (239) 985-3498.

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Florida SouthWestern State College is Southwest Florida’s largest and one of the most affordable institutions of higher education. Annually serving nearly 22,000 students globally, Ƶ offers a variety of nationally-ranked, career-focused academic programs with two- and four-year degrees, and professional certifications. Students are also active in clubs and programs catered to their interests. Ƶ will debut its intercollegiate athletics program in January 2016. Visit www.Ƶ.edu for more information.

Last Updated: October 27, 2015

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