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News and Notes: October 25, 2024

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.

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Leadership Notes

  1. It's hard to believe that November is just around the corner. Our colleagues in Learning and Organizational Development, along with the planning committee, have been diligently and intentionally preparing for the Extension Conference on Dec. 10-11.

  2. A series of town halls with Dean Kress and David Civittolo will continue over the next few weeks.

  3. In previous town hall discussions, there have been questions about Extension’s organizational chart and leadership team.

College Connections

  1. The annual Stinner Summit will be held Nov. 15 at The Lodge at Hocking College and will focus on healthy Appalachian agroecosystems.

  2. Join CFAES faculty and industry representatives for the 2024 Agricultural Outlook and Policy Conference on Nov. 19 at the Nationwide & Ohio Farm Bureau 4-H Center in Columbus.

Community Connections

  1. Join Ohio community leaders and planners for the Ohio Community Wildlife Cooperative Conference on Nov. 13 at the Nationwide & Ohio Farm Bureau 4- H Center in Columbus.

Programming Perspectives

  1. Join Extension professionals and industry partners for Ohio Maple Days, Dec. 6 and 7 in Ashland.

Award Opportunities/Reminders

  1. There are two award opportunities now open for Community Development professionals in Extension. Applications or nominations for both are due Oct. 25 (today).

  2. Nominations for the Steve D. Ruhl Outstanding Agriculture and Natural Resources Educator Award are now being accepted. This award honors the vital connection between county agents and farm families, reflecting the core values of Extension.

  3. Chi Epsilon Sigma is now accepting nominations for three support staff awards.

  4. The nomination period for the Marilyn R. Spiegel Excellence in Family and Consumer Sciences Extension Award is now open.

Celebrating Colleagues

  1. The Ohio Housing Finance Agency (OHFA) recently recognized OSU Extension as its No. 1 partner for the most recent fiscal year. While Extension has been among OHFA's top-tier partners since 2019, this is the first year it has outpaced all other partner agencies.

  2. Congratulations to all the Extension A&P and faculty colleagues who earned promotion in rank this year. These professionals have documented their accomplishments in programming, engagement, teaching, scholarship, and service.

Professional Development Opportunities

  1. Career Development in Extension will be the focus of a series of virtual professional development workshops this fall.

  2. There will be an Assuring Quality of Care for Animals in-service on Nov. 6 at the Nationwide & Ohio Farm Bureau 4-H Center in Columbus.

  3. Understanding the Stress and Stigma within the Field of Agriculture and Rural America is an upcoming professional development opportunity for Extension professionals.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

  1. The final talk in the 2024 CFAES DEI speaker series will take place on Nov. 21 (noon to 1:15 p.m.).

Extension Annual Conference

  1. Registration is now open for the 2024 Extension Conference. Plan now to join your Extension colleagues from across the state for this two-day event.

Health and Wellness

  1. With Trick-or-Treating and other Halloween-related activities and parties coming up, the Live Healthy Live Well Team has shared some tips for setting candy boundaries for children.

  2. Planning, preparing, and portioning your meals ahead of time is one of the most effective tools for keeping your food budget in check.