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Experiential learning in online 4-H SPIN clubs

Published on March 30, 2020
How to ensure online experiences make connections to educational opportunities.
Best practices when connecting with youth by text message and social media

Published on March 19, 2020
Social media and texting are alternative ways to connect with youth, but volunteers must consider some best practices.
Ways 4-H volunteers can support youth when not in person

Published on March 16, 2020
4-H volunteers can still support youth in their project work even when it can’t be done in person .
Michigan AmeriCorps members are “getting things done” for Michigan 4-H

Published on March 3, 2020
AmeriCorps members serving with MSU Extension’s 4-H STEAM Corps program are making a positive impact on youth and communities throughout the state.
MSU Distinguished Academic Staff honoree credits Michigan 4-H for igniting his successful career

Published on February 27, 2020
MSU Extension’s Brandon Schroeder was recently honored with MSU's Distinguished Academic Staff Award. However, before joining MSU Extension 15 years ago, Schroeder was already a part of the Extension community: he spent his youth as a Michigan 4-H member.
Essential elements of 4-H: Generosity

Published on February 18, 2020
Youth learn life skills through helping others and having an impact on their communities.
Keeping youth safe: Surprises versus secrets

Published on February 12, 2020
Help youth and adults understand the difference between surprises and secrets.
Help youth build the Five C’s: Competence, confidence, connection, character and compassion

Published on February 10, 2020
Volunteers can take these simple steps to help youth build the Five C’s.
4-H provides youth with leadership and a sense of community for life

Published on December 30, 2019
A Michigan youth writes of the skills gained through her 4-H experience.
4-H members inspire over 5,000 people to complete service in 75 Michigan counties with #DaretoServeChallenge

Published on November 14, 2019
Members of the Michigan 4-H State Youth Leadership Council launched the #DaretoServeChallenge to help motivate others to complete at least one act of community service during April as part of the 4-H True Leaders in Service initiative.