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North Dakota State University Extension is hiring a Community Health and Nutrition Specialist/Lead Program Coordinator for EFNEP and SNAP-Ed. The EFNEP/FNP (SNAP-Ed) Lead Program Coordinator and Community Health & Nutrition Specialist, is a 12-month, non-tenure track, 100% Extension position. The specialist is a member of a statewide Extension Family and Community Wellness team responsible for providing leadership to create and deliver innovative learning experiences that empower North...

Malnutrition is a global public health crisis affecting millions of people, impacting not only physical health but also mental well-being. According to the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO), approximately 828 million people were undernourished in 2021, a number that has grown due to rising food and economic crises (FAO, 2022). In the United States, about 13.5% of the population faces food insecurity, including 7.2 million children who lack regular access to nutritious foods (USDA,...

Rutgers University-New Brunswick is hiring an Assistant Extension Specialist in Farm Viability (Equivalent to Assistant Professor) to develop and lead externally funded research and extension programs that support and strengthen the viability of the New Jersey agricultural sector and individual farms.

The Journal of Extension, Volume 62 Number 4, has been posted at https://tigerprints.clemson.edu/joe/ Submitting an article to JOE is easy. There are five different ways that you can share information including a feature article, research in brief, ideas at work, tools of the trade, and commentary. Learn more at https://tigerprints.clemson.edu/joe/ Look for the next issue to be published in mid-February.

Whether you’re supporting a service member transitioning to civilian employment, alongside a military spouse, or helping both as they explore options for their child(ren), discover four ways for military families to plan for education expenses.

There has never been another person like you on the planet...ever. And, there won't ever be another person like you again...ever. Inherently then, everything you do is unique. So why do we fill our lives like a Thanksgiving plate? Yes, we have many responsibilities that all need looking after. What we're talking about is YOUR unique contribution to this world. If your "plate" is an inch deep and a mile wide (like your Thanksgiving plate) it's hard to know where your focus should go. You're...

Provide administrative and program oversight and supervision to the Master Gardener in Santa Clara County. Provide leadership to the community volunteers associated with the program. Identify potential partners and facilitate collaboration within the UC ANR system and between numerous agencies within the county and region. Supervise support staff and manage the budget. Identify and prepare proposals for additional funding opportunities. This position is a career appointment that is 100%...

The EXCITE team is hosting a webinar for Extension professionals to learn more about H5N1 and the resources that will be available for education related to H5N1, coming up on December 12th, 2:00 PM ET. At the meeting you will hear from the EXCITE project Director, CDC and other communication specialist to learn about how you can reach and support farmers in your state. Register for the meeting here. Meeting agenda: H5N1 Overview/update How to Deal with Misinformation CDC Recommendations...

Reviewing and Evaluating Transdisciplinary and Engaged Research Projects: Perspectives from Funding Programs Date : December 11, 2024 @ 1pm ET Registration : https://www.nifa.usda.gov/events/reviewing-evaluating-transdisciplinary-engaged-research-projects-perspectives-funding D escription : As more research funding agencies begin to support the use of transdisciplinary and engaged research practices in their programs, to help generate tangible, positive societal impacts, we can take...

Director of Center for Sustainable Small Farms and Urban Agriculture Job Description: Provide leadership for the rapidly growing signature certification programs of the College of Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources (CAFNR). Serve as Director of the Center for Sustainable Small Farms and Urban Agriculture (CSSFUA). Establish a vigorous, nationally recognized educational certification program and research integration agenda in the areas of small farm sustainability and urban agriculture.

The Community-University Engagement group is having their second quarterly discussion next week ! You are invited to join the team in their efforts to inspire collaboration and share valuable insights on community engagement. This session will be an opportunity to learn, connect, and exchange resources that can enhance collective impact. Date & Time: Nov 21, 2024 03:30 PM ET Register here Below is the agenda for the meeting: 1. Case Study Presentation: Elizabeth Weybright on "Health...