Get To Know Our Leadership Team

Michigan State University Extension Administration

Behind every one of our programs, educators, and partnerships is a dedicated, core administrative team that guides MSU Extension’s strategy, operations, and statewide coordination. This group provides leadership to ensure our work stays aligned with MSU’s mission and responsive to Michigan’s communities.

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Quentin Tyler

Director
MSU Extension

Deanna East

Associate Director
MSU Extension

Matt Shane

Associate Director
MSU Extension

 

Quentin Tyler Bio

 Deanna East Bio

 Matt Shane Bio

MSU Extension Director’s Office: 446 W. Circle Drive, Room 409 Agriculture Hall, East Lansing, MI 48824-3704
Phone: 517-355-2308 

MSU Extension District Directors

Institute Leadership

MSU Extension is built to meet people where they are — geographically, culturally, and across the full spectrum of Michigan’s needs. To do that well, we organize our statewide work into four program areas called institutes. These institutes reflect the major ways we support Michigan families, businesses, communities, and youth every day:

Agriculture and Agribusiness Institute

Partnering with farmers, processors, and ag-based businesses to solve problems, improve operations, and apply the latest research in fields, barns, and greenhouses across Michigan.

Children and Youth Institute/4-H

Helping young people find their spark through 4-H and youth development programs—from leadership and civic engagement to science, arts, and agriculture.

Community, Food and Environment

Institute Strengthening communities by supporting local food systems, land use planning, environmental stewardship, and community development.

Health and Nutrition Institute

Helping people lead healthier lives through nutrition education, chronic disease management, mindfulness, community health programs, and more.

Our Local Presence Across Michigan

We’re also organized into 14 multi-county districts (view the district map here), each led by a district director who helps connect local communities to MSU’s statewide network of educators, programs, and resources. This innovative district model ensures that every Michigan county has direct access to the services and support they need.

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