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Hipple honors her father’s legacy with a planned gift for the gardens
Published on June 3, 2019
Karen Hipple documented a planned gift to create an endowment for the Michigan 4-H Children’s Gardens in memory of her father, Per G. Lundin, Michigan assistant state 4-H leader from 1925 to 1956. -
Bus trip activities: What groups can do as the wheels on the bus go “round and round”
Published on May 31, 2019
When planning a long bus ride with youth, it is a good idea to fill some of the time with activities. Activities will make the time go faster, help those on the bus get to know each other, allow leadership skills to develop and keep the group engaged. -
Civic discussions with youth: Graduation requirements
Published on May 31, 2019
Who should decide what classes high school students need to take? -
Foreign languages and career opportunities
Published on May 31, 2019
Consider learning a foreign language and utilize it for your career. -
Michigan 4-H State Awards: The application questions
Published on May 30, 2019
State Awards recognize 4-H members for engaging in rich learning experiences that result in outstanding knowledge and life skill development. Be prepared to answer the application questions. -
Failures are as important as successes
Published on May 30, 2019
Adult mentors can help youth reframe failures as learning experiences. -
How to perfect the sticky wall facilitation tool
Published on May 30, 2019
There are many different facilitation tools that are commonly used to help groups make a decision. This article will explore how to use the “sticky wall.” -
Civic discussions with youth: The gas tax
Published on May 30, 2019
What is a reasonable amount to pay for roads? Who should pay it? -
Learning about counseling services on college visits
Published on May 30, 2019
Visit the counseling centers during college visits to learn about the services that are offered. -
African Swine Fever: What you need to know
Published on May 30, 2019
African Swine Fever has affected the pork industry in several countries overseas. Knowing the signs and symptoms can help youth exhibitors keep their swine project healthy.