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Michigan 4-H to honor outstanding 4-H youth, alumni, volunteers, partners and staff at 2024 Michigan 4-H Legacy Awards Celebration

Published on August 22, 2024
Michigan State University Extension and the Michigan 4-H Foundation will co-host the Michigan 4-H Legacy Awards Celebration on Sat., Sept. 21, in East Lansing, Mich.
Consider student employment as part of workforce preparation and job readiness

Published on August 21, 2024
When talking to young people about what they plan to do in the future or how they will fund their education, student employment can be a piece of the puzzle. This article includes the perspective of a 4-H alumna who is a MSU student employee.
Internship enhances career exploration and workforce readiness for 4-H intern

Published on August 21, 2024
Working with student interns is beneficial for both the student and the organization or business involved. An internship provides hands-on experience in career exploration and workforce preparation while also contributing to the needs of an organization.
Eastern Equine Encephalitis Michigan horse health alert

Published on August 9, 2024
MDARD confirms first case of Eastern equine encephalitis for 2024 in a Van Buren County Horse.
Supporting 4-H youth through the sale of their market animal project

Published on August 1, 2024
It can be very difficult for 4-H youth to say goodbye to their market animal. What can parents and leaders do to help support youth?
2024 Michigan 4-H State Award winners announced

Published on July 15, 2024
The Michigan 4-H State Awards Program recognized outstanding 4-H members following the opening session of 4-H Exploration Days on June 19. A Michigan 4-H State Award is the highest honor bestowed on Michigan 4-H members.
Pre-college programs broaden horizons and create a college-going culture

Published on July 11, 2024
Pre-college programs serve an important purpose for postsecondary institutions and communities by offering K-12 students opportunities to prepare academically and socially for higher education.
Fourteen 4-H members receive 2024 Michigan 4-H Mark of Excellence awards

Published on June 27, 2024
Mark of Excellence contest portrays learning experiences of 4-H members.
Michigan 4-H State Award Spotlight: Bridget Paidl

Published on June 25, 2024
Bridget Paidl has been recognized as an outstanding 4-H member in the Michigan 4-H State Awards Program.
Positive youth development leads to success in the 4-H horse and pony project

Published on May 16, 2024
Positive youth development is used to help develop many life skills and build a great set of strengths within youth.