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The five Ps of the lemonade stand: place and picking the right spot

Published on September 12, 2025
When youth run a lemonade stand, they are learning and practicing the important concepts of the 5 Ps of marketing. This article focusers on place and how selecting the location for your lemonade stand is a critical part of success.
Michigan 4-H and MSU Admissions professionals team up to help young people plan their futures

Published on August 29, 2025
A unique collaboration between MSU Extension 4-H Youth Development and the MSU Office of Admissions aims to help Gen Z and Generation Alpha get excited about their futures by providing a deeper understanding of post-secondary options.
Campus, careers and connections: 4-H Exploration Days helps ready youth for life ahead

Published on August 27, 2025
4-H Exploration Days, has been welcoming 4-H youth to campus for more than 50 years. This year, MSU Extension added a new component to the event that will help youth become beyond ready for the future: Campus Career Connect tracks.
Michigan 4-H precollege programs help youth discover and dream

Published on August 21, 2025
Michigan 4-H provides developmentally-appropriate programs and opportunities for youth throughout every stage of their precollege life.
Using ice breakers to teach job skills

Published on August 21, 2025
Ice breakers can be used for more than just getting to know others in a group.
Internship success helps another 4-H alum become ready for work

Published on August 6, 2025
Skills learned through ten years of 4-H involvement aids an intern in getting the most out of an internship while preparing them for their future.
The importance of multilingualism

Published on July 24, 2025
Unlock your skills to learn another language and gain tools that will give you a broader, more global perspective of the world around you.
2025 Michigan 4-H State Award winners announced

Published on July 24, 2025
Outstanding 4-H members were honored for their accomplishments in leadership, service and life skill development during the 2025 4-H Exploration Days.
Hecht honored as outstanding 4-H agriculture volunteer

Published on July 9, 2025
Genevieve Hecht of Tuscola County is among six Michigan Farm Bureau 4-H Excellence in Agriculture Award recipients honored in 2025.
2025 Michigan Farm Bureau 4-H Excellence in Agriculture Award recipients

Published on July 9, 2025
Six outstanding 4-H leaders honored for outstanding achievements in 4-H youth agricultural education and leadership development.