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Get engaged with NUEL! The National Urban Extension Leaders (NUEL) began in 2013 as a grass-roots effort of a group of passionate and committed urban Extension educators with the mission to advocate and advance the strategic importance and long-term value of urban Extension activities by being relevant locally, responsive statewide, and recognized nationally.

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North Central Region Network Conference

Carrie Edgar (Guest) ·
Connect, Discover, Action NUEL North Central Region Network Conference is Going Virtual! May 18-19, 2020 The NCR Network Conference was held via Zoom on May 18 and 19 and featured many of the same presenters that were scheduled to be in Madison. This decision was made in an effort to keep all participants safe and healthy as COVID-19 continues to spread globally and have dynamic impacts on our families and communities. The virtual sessions will be offered on May 18-19, 2020. The same dates...
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2020 NUEL Regional Award Winners

NUEL (Guest) ·
NUEL is thrilled to recognize our 2020 Regional Award Winners! 1890 Region Leadership Award: Misty Layne Watkins , Family and Consumer Sciences Extension Agent with Tennessee State University Misty Layne Watkins' Homebuyer Education Program has provided 138 counseling sessions and 8 first-time homebuyer classes, resulting in $ 18.8 million in mortgage loans. Southern Region Leadership Award: Diana Doggett , Family and Consumer Sciences Extension Agent at the University of Kentucky Diana...
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2019 Accomplishments

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2018 Accomplishments

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2021 Accomplishments

Aaron Weibe ·
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Costs for High-Speed Internet Reduced for Millions of Americans

Marie Ruemenapp ·
High-speed internet service is no longer a luxury—it’s a necessity. But too many families go without high-speed internet because of the cost or have to cut back on other essentials to make their monthly internet service payments. Lowering prices—including the cost of high-speed internet service—is President Biden’s top priority. In early May 2021, President Biden and Vice President Harris announced that they have secured private sector commitments that will lower high-speed internet costs...
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Urban poultry can be a polarizing issue

Brad Gaolach ·
From the most recent NACo County News! How many of your cities have some sort of urban 'livestock' ordancies? I know Settle allows chickens and miniature goats! Urban poultry raising is increasingly popular, but county officials find that a “not-in-your-backyard” attitude often applies. It took years for Charlotte County, Fla., to pass an ordinance allowing backyard chickens, said Shaun Cullinan, the county’s planning and zoning and code enforcement official. “I’ve been with the county for...
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Urban County Extension Director Position in Charlotte, NC

Susan Kelly ·
We have an exciting new opportunity for an urban extension-minded leader in the vibrant city of Charlotte, North Carolina. The Mecklenberg County Center is moving into a new facility with room for expansion into an arboretum and a lot of possibilities for innovation. Just posted, but don't wait to apply! https://jobs.ncsu.edu/postings/164559 Contact: Susan Kelly (919) 515-0399 susan_kelly@ncsu.edu or Keith Walters (919) 515-8437 keith_walters@ncsu.edu for more information.
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2022 National Urban Extension Conference Hosted by Rutgers Offered Opportunity to Inspire and Reconnect

Cayla Taylor ·
2022 National Urban Extension Conference Hosted by Rutgers Offered Opportunity to Inspire and Reconnect JUNE 28, 2022 BY OFFICE OF COMMUNICATIONS Attendees at 2022 NUEC networking and connecting. Photo: Avi Steinhardt The National Urban Extension Leaders (NUEL) presented the 2022 National Urban Extension Conference in Camden, NJ, on May 23 -26. The conference, hosted by Rutgers Cooperative Extension and held at the Rutgers Camden Campus Center, attracted 300 participants from over 85...
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Nebraska Extension hiring Urban Food, Nutrition and Health Educator

Cindy Zluticky ·
Do you have the drive to help others create healthier lifestyles for a higher quality of life? Work in the vibrant growing metropolitan Omaha area as a member of the Nebraska Extension team. We have an excellent opportunity for a full-time faculty position with focus on food, nutrition and health programs and working with the Nutrition Education Program. Review of applications will begin September 26, 2022 and continue until position is filled. To view details of the position and create an...
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NUEL North Central Regional Conference to be held in Madison, WI

Cayla Taylor ·
NUEL’s North Central Regional Conference will be held June 7-9, 2023 on the beautiful campus of the University of Wisconsin-Madison! Join us and be a part of a conference “shift” as we cultivate spaces to discuss hot Extension topics, discover creative ways to elevate urban outreach, engage in thoughtful dialogue about critical issues, and participate in think tank sessions. We currently seek facilitators to help lead this dynamic, non-traditional conference experience. If you want to be a...
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NUEL North Central Regional Conference June 7-9, 2023

Cayla Taylor ·
NUEL’s North Central Regional Conference will be held June 7-9, 2023 on the beautiful campus of the University of Wisconsin-Madison! Join us and be a part of a conference “shift” as we cultivate spaces to discuss hot Extension topics, discover creative ways to elevate urban outreach, engage in thoughtful dialogue about critical issues, and participate in think tank sessions. We currently seek facilitators to help lead this dynamic, non-traditional conference experience. If you want to be a...
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Re: Join a NUEL Action Team Today!

Former Member ·
NUEL's North Central Region is looking for a dynamic, forward-thinking individual, basketball stars to participate in national discussions aimed at sustaining an integrated approach. I was looking forward to joining this team.
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2022 Accomplishments

Katherine Williams ·
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USDA presents: Equity in Conservation Outreach Cooperative Agreements

Eric Killian ·
Natural Resources Conservation Service (NCRS) has created an outreach opportunity in collaboration with partners to expand conservation assistance to historically underserved producers and underserved communities and to provide opportunities for students to pursue careers in agriculture, natural resources, and related sciences. The following is a list of priority areas that NRCS will consider. Addressing local natural resource issues, promoting potential conservation career opportunities,...
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Register for the Southern Sustainable Stormwater Summit Today!

Katherine Williams ·
You are invited to attend the Southern Sustainable Stormwater Summit either in-person in historic downtown Wilson, NC or virtually via Zoom on Thursday, August 31st at 9:00AM! Join professors Brian Bledsoe (University of Georgia), Bill Hunt (North Carolina State University), and Jon Hathaway (University of Tennessee at Knoxville) as they lead a team of industry experts in a discussion on sustainable stormwater issues facing the South. The agenda includes discussion themes about changing...
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REGISTRATION NOW OPEN: NUEL North-Central Regional Conference in Madison, WI, June 7-9, 2023!

Nathan Shoaf ·
Urban-Serving Extension Professionals in the North-Central Region: Registration is open for the NUEL North-Central Regional Conference in Madison, WI June 7-9, 2023! Please visit the event website to register, access the conference agenda, and make hotel reservations: https://uwmadison.eventsair.com/nuel-2023
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Call for Presentations - Southern Region National Urban Extension Leaders Conference

Jeffery A Young ·
Good Day Everyone The planning committee for the Southern Region and 1890’s Institutions is excited to release the official Call for Presentations for our National Urban Extension Leaders - Regional Conference in Houston, TX August 8-10, 2023. Our theme will be “Vibrant Southern Cities – Reaching for the Stars” and will be held at: Houston Marriott West Loop by the Galleria 1750 West Loop South Houston, TX 77027 The conference will serve as a platform to share the great work happening around...
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A Message From the Chair

Katherine Williams ·
Greetings and Happy Spring to my Extension colleagues working in Urban Communities across the Country! I serve as Chair for the National Urban Extension Leaders Steering Committee. I am the County Extension Director in Wake County, Raleigh, North Carolina – a rapidly growing urban community home to NC State University. During my 30 years with Wake County Cooperative Extension, I have also served as a 4-H Program Assistant directly supporting justice involved youth, the Wake County 4-H Agent...
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Re: NUEL North Central Regional Conference June 7-9, 2023

Former Member ·
Do I need to meet any requirements to participate in the NUEL North Central Regional Conference? I have heard about the conference. This is an opportunity for me. spacebar clicker
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Extension Administrator position open in Multnomah County (Portland, OR)

Wendy Hein ·
This is a full-time, professional faculty, Administrative Manager position serving the Oregon State University Extension Service team in Multnomah County. The office location will be at the OSU Food Innovation Center in Portland, Oregon. See the full job description and apply. Closes June 23. The Administrative Manager (AM) position is crucial to the operations and outreach services of the OSU Extension Service in Multnomah County and its role in the University. The AM provides positive...
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Collaboration, Engagement, and Communication

Brad Gaolach ·
Today's US Census Story behind the numbers is about multi-generational homes: Multigenerational households — three or more generations under one roof — made up 4.7% of all U.S. households but 7.2% of family households in 2020, an increase from 2010 .... There were 6.0 million U.S. multigenerational households in 2020, up from 5.1 million in 2010, according to 2020 Census data released recently. This helped with my reflection on a great NUEL Steering Committee, hosted by the North Central...
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Re: NUEL Steering Committee Meets

Former Member ·
As I know octordle Marie Ruemenapp has served on the NUEL Steering Committee representing the North Central Region and began serving as the NUEL Chair in 2019.
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Dr. Durriyyah R. Kemp recognized with North-Central NUEL Leadership Award

Marlin Bates ·
Dr. Durriyyah R. Kemp, Assistant Director for University of Illinois Cooperative Extension, received the North Central Urban Extension Leadership Award at the Regional NUEL Conference hosted at the University of Wisconsin – Madison June 7-9, 2023. This recognition is awarded to Extension Leaders who have made exceptional contributions to Urban Extension. Recipients have demonstrated success with programming and/or administration within the Cooperative Extension Service, specifically within...
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Re: NUEL Steering Committee Meets

Former Member ·
Marie Ruemenapp, who has been the NUEL Chair since 2019, previously served on the NUEL Steering Committee as the representative for the North Central Region.
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Scholarships Available to North-Central Extension Professionals for NUEC '24

Marlin Bates ·
The North-Central Regional Caucus of the National Urban Extension Leaders is pleased to offer a limited number of scholarships to urban-serving Extension Professionals within the North-Central Region to encourage attendance and participation at the 2024 National Urban Extension Conference in Nashville, TN, May 28-31. Scholarships are funded through the NUEL North-Central Regional Conference Committee. We expect to award up to four (4) scholarships in the amount of $550 each. Preference for...
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NUEL Updates, 2023 Annual Meeting, New Orleans

Katherine Williams ·
Greetings and Happy Holidays to my colleagues and to Extension Directors around the country. I am writing to share a few brief updates as NUEL is working to our momentum and address the needs of our Extension system working to remain relevant, responsive, and recognized in our urban communities. The NUEL Steering Committee held our latest Bi-Annual Face to Face meeting in New Orleans, LA, December 6-8, 2023 . Special thanks to Anthony Tuggle and the Tennessee Extension System for their...
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New SARE Bulletin: Best Practices for the Sustainable Urban Farm

Sean McGovern ·
For decades, urban farms and community gardens have helped meet demand for fresh and local produce. Urban farming creatively utilizes limited space, conserves land and transforms vacant lots or buildings into productive greenspaces. Farming in cities can be a rewarding way for communities to grow healthy food while receiving a wide range of other interrelated environmental, economic and social benefits. SARE Outreach’s newest bulletin, Best Practices for the Sustainable Urban Farm , outlines...
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NUEL Hosts Professional Development Webinar Series - Part 1

Jeffery A Young ·
Please plan to attend this informative webinar. Learn more about NUEL's 4 - P's (Programs, Personnel, Partnerships and Positioning). On February 8, 2024, @ 3:30 p.m. EST learn about how NUEL positions itself to focus on Urban Extension Issues. Speakers include Katherine Williams (North Carolina State University); Marie Ruemenapp (Michigan State University); Brad Gaolach (Washington State University); Brenda Rogers (University of Florida), Anthony Tuggle (Tennessee State University), and Jeff...
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2025 North-Central Regional Conference Planning

Marlin Bates ·
Join your North-Central colleagues in planning the 2025 Regional NUEL Conference! Since 2018, we have hosted a Regional NUEL Conference to provide professional development and networking opportunities for urban-serving Extension Professionals in the years between the National Urban Extension Conference. The organizing committee for the 2023 conference in Madison, WI conjured up an innovative experience for attendees that was met with positive reviews. As we set our sights on 2025, we hope to...
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2024 National Agricultural Marketing Summit

Leslie Glover ·
The National Agricultural Marketing Summit will take place Wednesday, November 13 through Friday, November 15, 2024, at Albuquerque Marriott Pyramid North in Albuquerque, New Mexico. The AgSummit provides a unique networking opportunity for agricultural marketing practitioners to form new partnerships and learn new business strategies that can improve the performance of their farms and businesses. The Summit will feature resources to assist market managers, direct marketing farmers and food...
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USDA Highlights Investment of $124 Million in Business Builder Grants for Small and Mid-Sized Food Businesses

Jessica Shade ·
WASHINGTON, Dec. 12, 2024— The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) today announced it has invested a total of $124 million in Business Builder grants to support small and mid-sized farm and food businesses by funding projects that increase business viability, develop regional market opportunities, and expand value chain capacity. The Business Builder grants are being offered through USDA’s 12 Regional Food Business Centers (RFBC) and is a part of their work to support a more resilient,...
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