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4-H alumna credits 4-H Capitol Experience for leading to her career choice

Published on February 11, 2022
Alger County Michigan 4-H alumna Kennedy DeFrancesco participated in many state and national 4-H events during her years in 4-H. However, 4-H Capitol Experience was most life-changing, igniting plans for a political science degree and a career in law.
Preparing youth for meaningful conversations with experts

Published on October 29, 2021
Six tips for empowering youth.
4-H alumnus Domonique Clemons elected to serve as Genesee County Commissioner for 4th District

Published on February 16, 2021
A dream fulfilled: 4-H participation as a youth was the catalyst for a career in government.
Youth leadership and citizenship opportunities

Published on September 16, 2020
Providing meaningful experiences for youth in local government.
MSU Distinguished Academic Staff honoree credits Michigan 4-H for igniting his successful career

Published on February 27, 2020
MSU Extension’s Brandon Schroeder was recently honored with MSU's Distinguished Academic Staff Award. However, before joining MSU Extension 15 years ago, Schroeder was already a part of the Extension community: he spent his youth as a Michigan 4-H member.
Youth roles in event planning

Published on January 1, 2020
Youth-adult partnerships in action at 4-H Capitol Experience.
4-H youth programs build good citizens

Published on December 20, 2019
4-H grows good citizens through a variety of experiences and working with positive role models.
Is civics education sinking in?

Published on October 11, 2019
Hands-on settings can enhance civic education for American youth.
Investing in Marquette County Youth with 4-H

Published on September 6, 2019
Over 2,000 youth participated in 4-H and other MSU Extension youth development programs in 2018.
4-H Capitol Experience wraps up in Lansing

Published on May 14, 2019
Youth experience mock legislative session at 4-H Capitol Experience in Lansing, Michigan.