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Passport kitchen program enriches cultural knowledge

Published on December 7, 2020
Participants enjoyed most recipes and allowed families to explore their own heritage while learning about other cultures.
Athletes and nutrition: Components needed for peak health and performance

Published on November 25, 2020
Athletes want to train and compete at their best, and one of the most important ways to achieve this is by eating the right foods in the right amounts at the right times.
Plant science at the dinner table: Popcorn

Published on October 16, 2020
Popcorn is one of the most popular snack foods, has a long and flavorful history and is good for you.
Chocolate milk: Sports drink of champions

Published on September 24, 2020
Explore why chocolate milk can be a great way to refuel after a good workout or practice.
Support Michigan 4-H and purchase locally sourced protein and crafts through virtual auctions

Published on July 23, 2020
Though not the same as the county fair, 4-H virtual learning showcases and auctions provide a space for youth to demonstrate their mastery of skills developed in 4-H, as well as to market and sell their 4-H projects.
Be prepared: Create a family emergency plan

Published on June 26, 2020
Disasters can occur any time or place. Be ready with a family emergency plan—preparation is vital to safety and well-being.
MSU Extension children and youth listening sessions background and summary

Published on June 3, 2020
Michigan State University Extension held 21 listening sessions about the needs of children and families during social distancing. Here is the data.
What do youth need? MSU Extension hosts listening sessions and identifies desire for online interactions, hands on activities and more

Published on May 27, 2020
In total, more than 500 stakeholders from across the Great Lakes state took part in 21 virtual listening sessions hosted by MSU Extension to help bring to light challenges faced by Michigan’s youth in regards to COVID-19.
MSU Extension to host listening sessions for children and youth programming

Published on April 17, 2020
To best understand today's challenges and how to effectively support them, MSU Extension is hosting listening sessions. Information collected will be used to adapt existing programming, or develop new educational programming, to address community needs.
Top 5 tips in keeping youth safe in virtual environments

Published on April 2, 2020
As youth spend more time engaging with others in virtual environments, parents and volunteers need to consider youth safety.