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My first real job where there was a paycheck was at 13 years old at a local pizza joint. It was "the" pizza joint in town run by a graduate of the college where my parents both taught. This meant it was okay to work there as they trusted him. Most of the kids in Branson, MO worked over the summer because it was (and still is) a huge tourist destination. Despite being busy with camps and sports we found a few hours to earn a little money each summer. If you could do it someplace that taught...

Dr. Gregg Hadley, Chairman of the Extension Foundation Board of Directors, announces the selection of Dr. Beverly Coberly as the new CEO of the Foundation. Dr. Coberly has been the interim CEO since the beginning of 2023 upon the retirement of her predecessor, Dr. Christine Nygren. Before this appointment, Dr. Coberly served as the Extension Foundation Chief Operating Off icer since 2016. Prior to her time with the Extension Foundation, Dr. Coberly held a steady progression of administrative...

Imagine you're making popcorn on the stove. You heat the oil and put in the kernels. Too little heat and the kernels don't pop. Too much heat and the popcorn isn't edible because it's burned. Just the right amount of heat makes a yummy treat! Heat is the catalyst for change. It's the same for our teams and organizations. You're in the regular weekly update meeting and the boss checks in on how everyone is doing with the newly installed system-wide software. One team member speaks up and says...

Written by: Jason Jowers, MS, MFT, Virginia Tech Every October, communities across the United States come together to observe National Bullying Prevention Month. Bullying is a widespread problem in the U.S. that affects millions of children, adolescents, and even adults. Bullying behavior is very common. According to the CDC, about 1 in 5 high school students reported being bullied on school property and 1 in 6 high schoolers reported being bullied electronically in the last year (CDC,...

Instructional Designer (Sec. 508 Compliance Expert) - full-time position Application Deadline: open until filled Submit your application at: https://registry.extension.org/240066471529154 Extension Foundation (EXF) is a well-established non-profit organization providing diverse services to over 100 public universities across the United States. EXF is a membership-based 501(c)(3) non-profit operating foundation formed in 2006 by Extension Directors and Administrators. EXF partners with...

Our society moves at a fast pace. Most any purchase is available at the push of a button, making delayed gratification a concept of the past. Do you want groceries or merchandise now? No problem. Are you hungry, but don’t have time to get takeout? Don’t worry, it can be conveniently delivered. The question is… what does all this convenience really cost?

Written by: Hannah Bradford and Kalin Goble, M.S. National Guard and Reservist families experience military life in a unique way as compared to their active duty counterparts. Most National Guard and Reservist families do not live on or near military bases like active duty service members do. Living near a military base provides access to a community of other military families and providers who understand the culture of military life. Social support within the military community and access...

In case you missed it: There are two new funding opportunities aimed to integrate immunization education awareness and messaging across various projects and programs within Extension! This initiative is a step toward building a holistic health approach with Extension Programming. Application Deadline: The deadline for submitting applications for these new EXCITE funding opportunities is fast approaching! Make sure to mark your calendars and prepare your submissions promptly. Application...

Publications Manager Application Due Date: Open until filled. Application Link: https://registry.extension.org/242904784061155 Extension Foundation (EXF) is a well-established non-profit organization providing diverse services to over one hundred public universities across the United States. EXF is a membership-based 501(c)(3) non-profit operating foundation formed in 2006 by Extension Directors and Administrators. EXF partners with university-based Cooperative Extension Services to increase...

The early bird registration deadline for the JCEP Extension Leadership Conference is fast approaching—don’t miss out! Looking for a fun and educational way to kick off your ELC experience? Join us on Tuesday evening for the Dark History Tour of Savannah, a captivating walking tour exploring the city’s intriguing past. Please note that the tour requires a separate registration. The link and more details are on the JCEP website: https://www.jcep.org/elc . Register soon to secure your spot!

While bird flu (H5N1) outbreaks are affecting dairy herds in the Midwest and western United States (U.S.), a team of researchers at the University of Vermont (UVM) is focused on the impacts of foreign animal disease outbreaks on regional dairy production in the "New England milkshed.” The milkshed is defined by all sources of milk processed or manufactured into dairy products within New England, including farms in eastern New York state that ship milk into the region.

Join colleagues across the Cooperative Extension System for a free three-session virtual series in spring and summer 2025, focused on advancing the 2024 Climate Action Plan. Register here to attend and continue reading to learn more about this series! Session Dates & Times Each three-hour session takes place on a Friday: May 2, 2025 June 27, 2025 July 25, 2025 Time: 10 a.m.–1 p.m. PT | 12–3 p.m. CT | 1–4 p.m. ET Speakers and breakout topics are still being finalized, and some...

The Extension Foundation is proud to announce that ExtensionBot , its flagship AI tool for Cooperative Extension, has been recognized in a national Issue Paper released by the Council for Agricultural Science and Technology (CAST) . The report, titled "AI in Agriculture: Opportunities, Challenges, and Recommendations," underscores the transformative potential of artificial intelligence in agriculture and identifies ExtensionBot as an example of a successful public-sector case study of...