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Andrew Smith represents Michigan at 2016 World Food Prize Global Youth Institute
Published on November 14, 2016
Six outstanding youth leaders were selected to represent Michigan at the Global Youth Institute, where they shared their global hunger fighting research and ideas. This series highlights their stories. -
Leading with empathy
Published on November 14, 2016
Being a good leader takes a lot of different skills, one of the most important being able to engage empathetically with others. -
4-H kids get out of their comfort zones in a safe environment
Published on November 11, 2016
Explore something new with 4-H. It will help youth grow! -
Six Michigan youth represent state at 2016 World Food Prize
Published on November 10, 2016
Six extraordinary youth leaders were selected to represent Michigan at the 2016 World Food Prize, where they discussed food security and challenges in the agriculture industry. -
Critical thinking: Asking the right questions to make the half-truth whole
Published on November 7, 2016
Doing research and fact-checking are vital skills for youth to develop. -
Great Lakes freighters - and crews - get ready for 'winter layup'
Published on November 7, 2016
After another successful year, our Great Lakes Education schoolships join in this annual rite. -
Nathan Laurenz represents Michigan at 2016 World Food Prize Global Youth Institute
Published on October 27, 2016
Six outstanding youth leaders were selected to represent Michigan at the Global Youth Institute, where they shared their global hunger fighting research and ideas. This series highlights their stories. -
Extra! Extra! See all about it! Concluding photovoice with a community showcase
Published on October 21, 2016
The final part of this series on photovoice outlines what a community showcase is, who should be invited and why it is important. -
Reflective writing in photovoice: Why writing about your visual story is important
Published on October 20, 2016
Let’s discuss the role of reflective writing in the visual storytelling process and three examples of reflective writing prompts. -
Midland County 4-H program helps youth build developmental assets
Published on October 20, 2016
The Midland County 4-H program is building developmental assets in youth. Let’s explore the recent results of program evaluation done on the 4-H program.