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From flip-flops to fieldwork: Help map Michigan’s aquatic invasive species one photo at a time
Published on June 23, 2025
Join the Michigan Clean Water Corps for an Aquatic Invasive Species Detection Blitz beginning June 28 through July 6, 2025. -
2025 Conservation Stewards Program now registering for 6 cohort locations
Published on June 20, 2025
The Michigan Conservation Stewards Program offers multiple weeks of instruction delivered between September and November 2025, including weekly online course content, in-person lectures, field instruction, and more. -
Join MSU Extension’s virtual book club on sustainable living this fall
Published on June 16, 2025
Explore practical strategies for sustainability in this 8-week online series, featuring guided discussions and a free e-book. -
Cultivating local farm economies
Published on May 30, 2025
Farm viability requires flexibility, along with innovation in local government planning and zoning to allow for farm income diversification. -
MSU students partner with Michigan communities to improve trail access
Published on May 30, 2025
Trail Building, Law and Policy course connects student projects to community development -
Spartan students showcase EAV sustainability solutions
Published on May 12, 2025
MSU undergraduates presented research and novel consumer-based applications at annual Plastics in Electric and Autonomous Vehicle Conference -
What is, or is not, a charrette?
Published on April 25, 2025
Charrette is a very specific type of public involvement system for design and planning projects. Do not be fooled by people calling every public participation event a charrette. -
Leadership, democracy, and the lessons we can learn from nature
Published on March 19, 2025
Bees, baboons, and ballots can all teach us a thing or two about leadership. -
Make your voice heard: A simple guide to contacting your legislators
Published on March 17, 2025
Learn easy ways to find, contact, and influence your elected officials. -
First time visitor perspectives still in high demand for Michigan communities
Published on February 19, 2025
Demand for MSU Extension’s First Impressions Tourism assessment program reaches pre-pandemic levels by assisting five communities in understanding assets and unique qualities through first time visitor experiences and perspectives.