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Exploring Great Lakes literacy and stewardship from the comfort of home

Published on September 30, 2020
Lessons learned from making the switch to a virtual teacher training.
Defining horse jargon: Movement terms

Published on September 29, 2020
Dispel confusing horse jargon by defining commonly used terms related to movement.
Are you creditworthy?

Published on September 29, 2020
Credit scores, credit reports and the five C’s can all affect your creditworthiness.
Chocolate milk: Sports drink of champions

Published on September 24, 2020
Explore why chocolate milk can be a great way to refuel after a good workout or practice.
The ancient art of worm charming

Published on September 24, 2020
Need an interesting quarantine activity? Learn the ancient art of worm charming from past Midland County 4-H teen leader Nathan Laurenz.
Virtual entrepreneurship camp provided life and workforce development skills

Published on September 23, 2020
Michigan State University and Southwestern Michigan College partnership made August 2020 virtual entrepreneurship camp successful.
Michigan 4-H youth excel at 2020 Michigan State Fair 4-H & Youth Virtual Showcase; $50,000 in youth scholarships awarded

Published on September 21, 2020
Michigan 4-H youth took part in the first-ever Michigan State Fair 4-H & Youth Virtual Showcase, hosted by the Michigan State Fair and Michigan State University Extension.
Buyers beware: Advice from Money Smart Kids

Published on September 21, 2020
Learn how to avoid predatory loans from these Money Smart Kid Essay winners.
MSU Extension creates online programs and resources to reach Michiganders in their homes

Published on September 18, 2020
When Michigan’s “Stay Home, Stay Safe” executive order went into place in March, 2020, the 100+ year old organization Michigan State University Extension had to quickly re-envision the way it performed its mission.
Practicing gratitude with youth

Published on September 18, 2020
Helping youth practice gratitude can provide life benefits.