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News and Notes: April 25, 2025

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OUR VISION: Ohioans have the knowledge and resources they need to actively engage in creating conditions in which they thrive.

OUR MISSION: We create opportunities for people to explore how science-based knowledge can improve social, economic, and environmental conditions.

Leadership Notes

  1. Note from David Civittolo

    Over the past several weeks, numerous Extension faculty and staff have been recognized—both internally and externally—for the incredible work they do every day.

College Connections

  1. Sprayer Technologies Workshop Planned – Aug. 12

    CFAES and Extension are partnering with other land-grant universities to host the New Sprayer Technologies and Best Practices: Vineyards and Orchards Workshop on Aug. 12 (9 a.m.–5 p.m.) in Berlin Heights.

Community Connections

  1. North American Manure Expo Coming to Ohio

    The North American Manure Expo will be July 30-31 in Fulton County.

Programming Perspectives

  1. Natural Resources In-Service Planned – May 2

    Join Extension faculty and staff for a Natural Resources In-Service on May 2 in Mansfield (10 a.m.-3 p.m.).

  2. Applied Research Learning Series – next one May 5

    Interested in getting involved in applied research in your county? Join the eFields and eBarns teams on May 5 (9:30 a.m.) for a webinar exploring the "why" behind local research.

  3. Ohio Invasive Species Workshop – May 8

    The Ohio Woodland Stewards Program is hosting Ohio’s Invasive Species: ID and Management, an in-person workshop, on May 8 at the Warren County Fairgrounds.

Award Opportunities/Reminders

  1. Ohio JCEP Now Accepting Applications for Scholarships and Grants – due May 1

    The application window for the Ohio Joint Council of Extension Professionals (JCEP) scholarship and grant program is now open.

Operations/Business of Extension

  1. Let’s Talk Social Media – Extension Marketing Meetup on May 7

    Join us on May 7 (1:30-2:30 p.m.) for the next Extension Marketing Meetup. The topic of the meeting will be social media.

  2. New Point of Contact for Promotion, Tenure, and PI Status

    For questions or requests related to promotion, tenure, and PI status, direct your messages to Eric Barrett and copy Pamela Faust.

Celebrating Colleagues

  1. Downs Named 2024 Communicator of the Year

    Jim Downs, assistant professor, and Extension forestry field specialist, recently received the 2024 Communicator of the Year Award from the Ohio Society of American Foresters.

  2. Extension Faculty and Staff Participate in National 4-H Meet the Author Webinar

    In late March, Extension professionals were invited to present a National 4-H Meet the Author webinar on the 4-H project books Ready, Set, Mow and ATV Safety.

  3. Extension Faculty Earn Promotion to Professor

    The Ohio State University Board of Trustees has approved the promotion to professor for three of our OSU Extension faculty members.

  4. Buxton Receives Ohio State Distinguished Staff Award

    Jesse Buxton has been an integral part of our statewide Extension team for more than 20 years. In a surprise meeting earlier this month with Jesse, the university announced that he is the recipient of a 2025 Distinguished Staff Award. 

  5. CFAES College Awards Recap

    One of the standout moments of the spring season is the CFAES Awards and State of the College event. It serves as both a humbling and inspiring reminder of the interconnectedness of our work within the college.

Professional Development Opportunities

  1. Upcoming Workshops from OSU Leadership Center

    The OSU Leadership Center has several workshops scheduled in May.

  2. OSP Office Hours Reminder

    The Office of Sponsored Programs and the CFAES Office for Research and Graduate Education provide scheduled office hours tailored to Extension professionals.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

  1. CFAES Principles of Community

    We affirm our conviction that racism and inequality have no place in CFAES.

Health and Wellness

  1. Bouncing Back to Life: Reclaiming Health, Energy, and Childlike Joy

    Remember the carefree joy of childhood and the simple things that made you smile? You can still capture that happiness—while working toward your wellness goals.

  2. Dementia Disorder or Normal Aging

    Misplacing your keys, forgetting a movie title, or needing a calculator for simple math—these moments can be frustrating.

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