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August 2022 Alumni Newsletter
Published on August 10, 2022
August 2022 Great Lakes Academy news and updates for alumni -
Michigan 4-H Fundraiser Flyer Checklist
Published on January 30, 2018
A fundraiser flyer checklist for 4-H groups. -
Michigan 4-H Advisory Council Responsibilities, Best Practices & Requirements
Published on October 1, 2018
County 4-H boards and committees have many of the same responsibilities as a county Council, however, their responsibilities typically relate to a specific program or project area. -
Michigan 4-H Photography Project Snapshot (4H1617)
Published on February 20, 2015
This 4-H snapshot sheet covers what 4-H’ers can learn from a 4-H photography project, ways to get involved and resources for learning more. -
Official recognition of 4-H officers – Part 1
Published on February 28, 2017
Recognizing the president, vice president and secretary of a 4-H club as they take their official office is important. -
Official recognition of 4-H officers – Part 2
Published on February 28, 2017
Recognizing the treasurer, corresponding secretary and reporter of a 4-H club as they take their official office is important. -
Registration now open for Governing Essentials webinar series
Published on January 26, 2024
The Governing Essentials Series is designed for local elected and appointed officials looking to sharpen their skills and promote good governance practices. -
Preparation, deliberation and documentation are key to effective government meetings
Published on November 6, 2019
Public planning and zoning meetings go better when each member actively engages in preparation, deliberation, and documentation. These activities occur before the meeting starts and continue for the duration of the meeting. -
Not all public participation events are charrettes
Published on November 6, 2019
Charrette is a very specific type of public involvement system for design and planning projects. Do not be fooled by people calling every public participation event a charrette. -
What’s the best way to give raises?
Published on July 16, 2018
The short answer… there is no “best way”, rather several alternatives that may or may not fit your farm, business, or industry. -
Developing a purposeful agenda: Part 2
Published on June 17, 2014
What do the items on a purposeful agenda actually mean? -
When to mingle with trail-makers and influence your town’s future
Published on October 3, 2017
Attend monthly meetings and events of the Jackson Walkable Communities Coalition. -
Extra! Extra! See all about it! Concluding photovoice with a community showcase
Published on October 21, 2016
The final part of this series on photovoice outlines what a community showcase is, who should be invited and why it is important. -
Are you hosting effective meetings? Part 2
Published on December 16, 2015
Establish meeting follow-up is just as important and stating its purpose. -
Thank a veteran
Published on December 27, 2015
Take the time to thank the men and women who have served or are currently serving to make our nation safe. -
Stronger Economies Together: Could your Michigan community benefit?
Published on December 16, 2016
The United States Department of Agriculture Rural Development’s Stronger Economies Together program provides rural communities with increased capacity to work together regionally to improve economic development. -
Starting a community conversation using the World Café format
Published on October 17, 2012
Explore how community members from Lowell, Michigan’s 2012 Community Visioning Process did just that. -
4-H Great Lakes & Natural Resources Camp mixes fun and science literacy
Published on February 21, 2013
Teens increase science literacy, learn about careers in science and natural resources, develop important life skills and make lasting friendships at three-time national award-winning 4-H Great Lakes & Natural Resources Camp. -
Facilitative Leadership September 2015 session now open for registration
Published on April 2, 2015
Meetings have you frustrated? Does poor leadership diminish team morale? Facilitative Leadership skills can help move groups to closure. -
Local students promote coastal tourism and put Negwegon State Park on the map
Published on February 3, 2012
Alcona high school students take on a three-year project with the Department of Natural Resources, Michigan Sea Grant, and other partners to develop interpretive signs for Negwegon State Park to document the history and the park’s natural resources.