4-H Today

4-H spurs love of learning and future in academia

Published on August 18, 2021
After graduating from Central Michigan University in spring 2021, Mecosta County 4-H alum Kiara Cushway sent a follow-up letter thanking Mecosta County 4-H once again for her 4-H scholarship, citing 4-H for helping in her educational and career choices.
Michigan 4-H creates teddy bears for children in need

Published on June 29, 2021
When R.I.S.E. Advocacy, Inc. agency asked for help, sewing machines in Clare, Gratiot and Isabella County 4-H homes started humming with colorful teddy bear production.
Wizarding world of 4-H connects youth with similar interests

Published on May 18, 2021
Over the past year, many have had to adapt to a new virtual reality. Kathryn Duffy found virtual 4-H clubs filled a void for her seventh-grade daughter, Maddie.
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.
From choir to career: 4-H inspires Michigan youth to follow the music in his heart

Published on August 19, 2020
Calhoun County 4-H alumnus Jontaj Wallace shares how his 4-H experiences helped shape his career in music.
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.
First exposure to 4-H inspires Wayne County mom to volunteer

Published on November 26, 2019
Kimberly Clemons, a Wayne County 4-H volunteer, had never heard of 4-H until 2013. Today she is a committed volunteer who finds great rewards in her service through 4-H.
4-H Alumni Ashleigh Apel gives back with 4-H STEAM Corps

Published on November 22, 2019
Wayne County 4-H alum Ashleigh Apel shares her experience as a 4-H STEAM Corps member and how 4-H has impacted her life overall.
Oakland County 4-H alumnus to be inducted into National 4-H Hall of Fame

Published on August 27, 2019
LC Scramlin to receive prestigious honor after 47 years of Michigan 4-H involvement.
More to explore: 4-H Exploration Days celebrates 50 years of changing lives

Published on July 19, 2019
One of the largest multi-day 4-H youth events in the country, the 2019 event marked a historic milestone as 4-H Exploration Days celebrated its 50th year. Over the years, the program has been attended by a collective 150,000 participants.