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Elevating youth voice in 4-H after-school programs

Published on December 18, 2025
Year-round, chartered 4-H clubs use a proven method for engaging youth in the decision-making process. Consider the following methods to utilize youth voice in after-school clubs.
Livestock judging contest proves to be a success at the 2025 U.P. State Fair

Published on December 18, 2025
Involvement in livestock judging contests help develop life skills, improves decision-making and increases communication skills. Animal exhibitors practiced livestock judging and developed valuable critical thinking skills at the 2025 U.P. State Fair.
The growing popularity of oral nicotine pouches and what it means for youth

Published on December 18, 2025
Not a new concept, just reinvented.
Adulting 101: Free life skills workshops for youth and young adults

Published on December 18, 2025
Michigan State University Extension is thrilled to announce the return of the popular Adulting 101 program in 2026!
Make a difference together: 4-H clubs and national service days

Published on December 18, 2025
Think about pairing your project with AmeriCorps National Days of Service and apply for mini-grants to maximize the impact.
Exploring otherness through art - Part 1

Published on December 18, 2025
Through art, young people have the opportunity to express their identity, learn about other cultures and build meaningful connections beyond their borders.
Explorando la otredad a través del arte - Parte 1

Published on December 18, 2025
A través del arte, los jóvenes tienen la oportunidad de expresar su identidad, conocer otras culturas y construir conexiones significativas más allá de sus fronteras.
Michigan 4-H dairy quiz bowl team places fifth at national contest

Published on December 18, 2025
A composite team of Michigan 4-H youth placed fifth overall in the National 4-H Dairy Quiz Bowl Contest held during the North American International Livestock Exposition.
Easy steps on the path of continuous program improvement

Published on December 18, 2025
It is important to regularly evaluate our programs to ensure that they remain relevant and accessible. But where to start? Consider these simple prompts to keep your program on the path of continuous improvement.
Restorative practice – Part 3: Interventions based on context and seriousness

Published on December 18, 2025
By taking various factors into account, interventions can be tailored more effectively to meet the specific needs and circumstances of a situation.