This course is the first in a two course sequence designed to represent a period of transition from the role of graduate student to that of professional.  Capstone: Food Studies 1 prepares the student for their Capstone: Food Studies 2 field or research experience.  With the guidance of FN faculty, students will explore their personal and career goals, identify a field experience or research project, and develop a literature review, and goals and objectives for their capstone experience.  A major outcome for the course is a completed proposal and plan for their Capstone: Food Studies 2 experience.  Prerequisite or Corequisite FNG 610