CONN 127 | Steeped in Knowledge: Exploring the World of Tea Across Disciplines

Except for water, tea is the most popular drink in the world. Each year, the global population consumes billions of kilograms of tea at meals, as an afternoon break, during ceremonies and rituals, in closing business deals, and on many other occasions. This course introduces students to how scholars of politics, history, science, and culture ask and answer questions about tea, while also offering an introduction to the university curriculum and campus life.