Michael Carolan was born, raised, and educated in Iowa (his "home" town is roughly 350 people). After living in the state for approximately 30 years he left, ending up eventually at Colorado State University where he is now Co-Director of the Food Systems Institute for Research, Engagement and Learning, Professor of Sociology, and an Engagement and Extension Food Systems Specialist. To learn more about him and his work please visit his website: www.michaelcarolan.com