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Mona Seymour

Associate Professor of Urban and Environmental Studies Loyola Marymount University

  • Los Angeles CA

Bellarmine College of Liberal Arts

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Biography

My work focuses on animal-free sustainable agriculture, mostly in the Global North. In recent years I have collaborated with academic researchers and veganic growers on several projects, including: the values, experiences and practices of veganic farmers; agronomic performance of veganic production; comparison of veganic and agroecological principles; and policy aspects of animal-free sustainable agriculture. Currently my focus is on possibilities for justice for non-human animals in agrifood system transitions, with Richard J. White.

I welcome contact from other researchers interested in collaboration on topics related to animal-free sustainable agriculture, including graduate and undergraduate students. Mentoring students whose research interests align with the move beyond animal-based agricultural systems is deeply meaningful to me. Most recently I have served as an external advisor on a Master's project in Portugal and a Ph.D. project in the US.

In the past, my research has explored urban sustainability planning and green infrastructure, with particular attention to alleyway revitalization and greenspace planning.

Education

University of California at Los Angeles

B.A.

Environmental Studies

2003

University of Southern California

Ph.D.

Geography

2010