News
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Celebrating 100 years of Michigan State University Extension in Alcona County
Published on October 19, 2017
Alcona County and Michigan State University Extension are celebrating 100 years since the introduction of Extension to Alcona County in May 1917. -
How gentle volunteer recruitment efforts can yield astonishing results
Published on September 11, 2017
Employ “paying it forward” in outreach efforts to stimulate organizational growth. -
What did you say? - The Importance of being an active listener
Published on August 29, 2017
Tools to increase your active listening skills. -
Responding to hate
Published on August 29, 2017
The Southern Law Poverty Center and the Anti-Defamation League have released resources to address and respond to hate, bigotry, racism and anti-Semitism. -
Communication maze: Take one
Published on August 24, 2017
This version of the communication maze activity can be used when space is limited or if there is a large group. -
Opening the door to communication through group juggling
Published on May 30, 2017
Group juggling increases communication, challenges out-of-the-box thinking and works on problem-solving skills. This great activity opens the conversation around communication and conflict. -
Defining the issue will help in resolving conflict
Published on May 19, 2017
By figuring out if the issue is related to character, competency or chemistry, you will find it easier to resolve the issue. -
Building and sustaining authentic relationships across differences
Published on May 2, 2017
The historic and current realities of racism and sexism can make relationship building across differences a challenge. -
Qualities of Authentic Relationships across Differences
Published on May 2, 2017
Michigan State University Extension staff members share suggestions for building and sustaining relationships across differences. -
Effective meetings through parliamentary procedure
Published on April 17, 2017
Your meetings can run more smoothly with a basic understanding of Robert's Rules of Order.