Jason Landis Downing

Jason Landis Downing is a Senior Lecturer in the Department of Sociology at Colorado State University (CSU). He holds a Master's degree from Minnesota State University and focuses on Environmental Sociology, Race/Ethnicity, Social Inequality, Food Systems, and Organic Agriculture. His work intersects environmental issues, food justice, and social equity.

Education:

• MS in Sociology, Minnesota State University

Research Interests: Downing explores how environmental policies impact marginalized communities, examines racial inequities in access to healthy food systems, and advocates for organic agriculture as a tool for social justice. His personal experience operating an organic farm for four years informs his academic and community engagement work.

Professional Background: He has over 40 years of professional music performance experience and maintains a passion for vintage toy collecting. His office is located at Hartshorn 122, with regular office hours Tuesday/Thursday 12:30-1:30 PM.

Affiliations: Part of the Sociology department's transition to the new location at 1100 Meridian Avenue, Building A.