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

Oct 27, 2015

OCTOBER 27, 2015 – FORT MYERS, FLA. – The Florida SouthWestern State College (FSW) 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 FSW 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, FSW 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. FSW will debut its intercollegiate athletics program in January 2016. Visit www.FSW.edu for more information.

Last Updated: October 27, 2015