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Specht named Michigan 4-H Volunteer of the Year
Published on September 25, 2024
Saginaw County 4-H volunteer Jennifer Specht has been honored with a prestigious Michigan 4-H Salute to Excellence Volunteer of the Year award. -
Hackett honored as outstanding 4-H agriculture volunteer
Published on September 25, 2024
Charity Hackett of Berrien County was among five Michigan Farm Bureau 4-H Excellence in Agriculture Award recipients honored in 2024. -
2024 Michigan 4-H Cash Composition Contest leads to financial insight from youth
Published on September 9, 2024
Youth share important tips for budgeting to impact their future financial success. -
Career exploration and volunteers: lowering the disconnection for youth
Published on August 29, 2024
Adults can use a variety of strategies to help youth connect with employment, education or training for their future. -
The five Ps of the lemonade stand: product
Published on August 29, 2024
When youth run a lemonade stand, they are not only earning cash but also learning and practicing the important concepts of the marketing mix: product, price, promotion, place and people. This article focuses on product. -
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. -
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. -
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. -
The real cost of owning a car: What you need to know
Published on July 31, 2024
Tools and tips to consider before making a car purchase. -
How to choose the right college for you
Published on July 31, 2024
There are four key college considerations: curriculum, campus, cost and career.