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Informing youth about polarizing political issues
Published on November 20, 2015
Teach youth to be civically active, ask critical questions and listen to understand rather than respond. -
Host a “Friendsgiving” celebration this year
Published on November 17, 2015
Try something new and consider hosting your own Friendsgiving meal using locally grown food. -
What does a smile say?
Published on November 16, 2015
Smiles are a gesture of friendliness in most cultures, but researchers have identified different types of smiles and their purpose. -
Be the change: Youth leaders tackling global food security
Published on November 6, 2015
Reflections from two of Michigan’s World Food Prize Global Youth Institute delegates. -
Dairy judging provides youth experience to improve life skills and global competencies
Published on October 9, 2015
One year later, Michigan youth look back at once in a lifetime experience at National 4-H Dairy Judging Contest held during World Dairy Expo. -
Pumpkin carving: The history of the jack-o’-lantern
Published on October 8, 2015
Take some of the scare out of Halloween and research the history and legends of this fall tradition of carving pumpkins. Youth can gain a cultural education from a jack-o’-lantern. -
How will you celebrate National 4-H Week?
Published on October 1, 2015
You can join 4-H friends as we celebrate everything that makes 4-H great during National 4-H Week, Oct. 4-10, 2015. -
Michigan youth tackle food security at World Food Prize Michigan Youth Institute
Published on October 1, 2015
Six Michigan youth will travel to Des Moines, Iowa, in October to attend the World Food Prize (WFP) Global Youth Institute. -
4-H precollege programs prepare future STEM pros
Published on September 9, 2015
A recent study found that students in precollege programs with an emphasis on science are more likely to attend college or pursue a STEM-related career. -
Upcoming 2015-16 Kettunen Center 4-H workshops
Published on September 8, 2015
The best kept secret in the 4-H world is Kettunen Center 4-H educational workshops, which are held year-round.