News
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Overcoming common errors of completing job applications
Published on March 6, 2020
A dozen hints for filling out job applications to avoid common errors.
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World Food Prize Michigan Youth Institute develops employability skills
Published on March 5, 2020
Check out this unique learning experience that fosters employability skills and career exploration.
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Michigan AmeriCorps members are “getting things done” for Michigan 4-H
Published on March 4, 2020
AmeriCorps members serving with MSU Extension’s 4-H STEAM Corps program are making a positive impact on youth and communities throughout the state.
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What do trees eat to grow so big?
Published on March 4, 2020
Help youth explore how carbon that makes up carbon dioxide as a gas can become a solid plant.
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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.
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Meet Mike Tate: a visionary leader for 4-H, youth development
Published on February 26, 2020
Michael Tate, Michigan’s first African-American state 4-H director, helped shape the future of 4-H in Michigan.
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Science at the Supper Table lessons offered to schools in southeast Michigan
Published on February 26, 2020
Many youth don’t realize science plays a big part in growing the foods we eat. Michigan State University Extension is offering free educational lessons to middle and high school students on topics related to the science of agriculture.
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Why I make Japanese origami cranes
Published on February 25, 2020
Friends, colleagues and family will watch me make Japanese origami cranes and ask, why I make them all the time. This is why.
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How to grow youth financially
Published on February 25, 2020
Gain new ideas for teaching youth about money and what they need to know to be successful.
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Youth thrive when adults support and nurture their “sparks”
Published on February 24, 2020
Intentional efforts by adults to help youth identify and nurture their interests, or “sparks,” can help youth be successful in life.
