معرفی
Damien Thompson is an Associate Teaching Professor at the University of Colorado Boulder, affiliated with the Environmental Studies Department. He leads the Sustainable Food Systems Specialization within the Masters of the Environment (MENV) Graduate Program and focuses on teaching and activism related to food justice, sovereignty, and racial equity in food systems. While he does not advise MS or PhD students, he mentors professional master's students in the MENV program.
Education
- B.A. in Sociology, Elon University
- Ph.D., American University, Washington D.C.
Research Interests
Dr. Thompson’s work centers on integrating traditional and modern practices to create equitable, biodiverse, and culturally inclusive food systems. He emphasizes racial equity as a core principle in urban geography and community food systems, advocating for marginalized groups to reclaim leadership and resilience in food production.
Scientific Awards & Leadership
- 2021 Rocky Mountain Farmers Union Fellow
- Regis University 2019 Faculty of the Year
- 2020 Faculty Lecturer of the Year
- Mayor-appointed member, Denver Sustainable Food Policy Council
- Co-founder, FrontLine Farming (Denver-based BIPOC/women-led non-profit)
- Convener, Colorado Farm and Food System Response Team
- Lead convener, Project Protect Food Systems Workers
Additional Expertise
Beyond academia, Dr. Thompson holds certifications in Permaculture Design, Advanced Permaculture Design, and Yoga Alliance Teaching Certification. He is a practicing farmer and designer of biodiverse food-producing landscapes.
