Michigan State University Extension's Adulting 101 programs help high school students and beyond demystify the obscure reality of being an “adult” through engaging educational sessions. Each session is packed full of important life skills and tools necessary to live independently. Topics include: money management, community engagement, conflict resolution, career and future education, home skills and more. Sessions are available through zoom monthly for FREE!
Did you miss a monthly session you wish you could of attended? No worries! Many of the sessions are recorded. Just click on the video tab above.
In addition to sessions, MSU Extension's offers a variety of FREE self-paced courses available 24/7. Click on classes above to see the offerings.
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Questions? Contact:
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Katherine Jamieson, M.Ed.
jamies13@msu.edu
586-469-6093
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Michelle Neff
hydemich@msu.edu
989-539-7805
Adulting 101 Events
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May 15
Build and Protect Your Credit- an Adulting 101 session
May 15, 2024 5:00PM – 6:00PM Zoom
Learn why your credit matters, how to start obtaining credit and how to manage it.
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Jun 6
Traveling on a Budget- an Adulting 101 session
June 6, 2024 6:30PM – 7:30PM Zoom
Anticipating future travel plans? Tap into strategies for traveling on a budget to ensure you reach your next destination.
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Jul 10
Cooking Basics-an Adulting 101 session
July 10, 2024 4:00PM – 5:00PM Zoom
Learn the language of cooking, how to read recipes and how to be creatively resourceful in the kitchen in this interactive session.
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Aug 12
Summer Berries: Jams and Jellies- an Adulting 101 session
August 12, 2024 4:00PM – 5:00PM Zoom
Enjoy the taste of summer while having fun making jams and jellies using fresh summer fruits.
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Sep 16
Changing the World with Your One Vote-an Adulting 101 session
September 16, 2024 5:00PM – 6:00PM Zoom
There are lots of names on a ballot, but how do you decide which box to check? Learn about how to register, and how to select your candidates.