KSRE Tuesday Letter

Tuesday, September 19, 2023

The Tuesday Letter is a weekly email to approximately 2,500 faculty and staff of K-State Research and Extension and the College of Agriculture, providing recipients with timely announcements and updates.

From the Director for Extension

Thoughts on the Kansas State Fair

It is my assertion that the Kansas State Fair would be a shadow of itself without Kansas State University, Cooperative Extension, 4-H, and FFA and the efforts of our extension professionals and volunteers.

Read full announcement | Submitted by Gregg Hadley | September 19, 2023

From KSRE Administration

Shout Out

We did not receive a request for a Shout Out this week, although we know there are many who are very deserving. Nevertheless, this part of the Tuesday Letter only works with input from you.

Read full announcement | Submitted by Gregg Hadley | September 19, 2023

PEARS: 22-23 Reporting Period to End October 15

The last day to enter PEARS program activities for the 22-23 reporting period is October 15.

Read full announcement | Submitted by Laurie Chandler | September 19, 2023

KSRE Coaching Team Members

Congratulations to those selected to serve on our K-State Research and Extension coaching team!

Read full announcement | Submitted by Jennifer Wilson | September 19, 2023

Local, Regional and Statewide Extension Events

Register for KSRE Annual Conference by October 1

The annual conference registration deadline is October 1.

Read full announcement | Submitted by Jennifer Wilson | September 19, 2023

News

Kansas 4-H/FFA Dual Enrollment

Kansas 4-H/FFA MOU.

Read full announcement | Submitted by Kelsey Nordyke | September 19, 2023

Introducing 4-H Project Partnership Teams

The Kansas State 4-H Team has reviewed the Kansas 4-H Action Team guidelines and rebranded this volunteer opportunity to be Kansas 4-H Project Partnership Teams. These teams will be able to provide opportunities for more 4-H project areas.

Read full announcement | Submitted by Sarah E. Maass | September 19, 2023

K-State’s Living Well Wednesday Online Fall Series Kicks Off Oct. 4

Vaping, teen stress, baby brain development will be featured during the fall series, Living Well Wednesday, hosted by K-State Research and Extension.

Read full announcement | Submitted by Pat Melgares | September 19, 2023

Call for Breakout Proposals-Women Managing the Farm Conference

Women Managing the Farm Conference Breakout Proposals now being accepted.

Read full announcement | Submitted by Rhonda Lund | September 19, 2023

2023 National 4-H Week, October 1-7

National 4-H Week is scheduled for October 1-7, 2023. This year's theme is I ♥ 4-H!

Read full announcement | Submitted by Amy Sollock | September 19, 2023

K-State College of Ag Nabs No. 6 in Latest Niche.com Rankings

Kansas State University’s College of Agriculture has again been recognized as a top 10 college by Niche.com in its annual Best Colleges for Agricultural Sciences ranking.

Read full announcement | Submitted by Pat Melgares | September 19, 2023

Gray for a Day and Assisted Technology Kit Locations

The Adult Development and Aging PFT is trying to locate the Gray for a Day and the Assisted Technology kits.

Read full announcement | Submitted by Teresa Hatfield | September 19, 2023

2023-2024 Kansas 4-H Program Fee Waivers

The 4-H Program Fee is $15/ member. Waivers are intended for those who need financial assistance. While waivers have always been reviewed and granted no matter the need identified, these requests will be reviewed and will be based on financial need.

Read full announcement | Submitted by Sarah E. Maass | September 19, 2023

Special Edition- 4th Friday e-Call

In August, we promoted a call about "Build Kansas" Funds. The call had far more interest than capacity, so we're re-hosting the topic in a special edition Fourth Friday Call, Friday, September 22, from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m.

Read full announcement | Submitted by Nancy Daniels | September 19, 2023

Volunteer Opportunities

Register Now for Achieving the Extension Mission Through Volunteers (AEMTV)

Registration is now open for the course, Achieving the Extension Mission Through Volunteers. This national online cohort-based course is for novice and experienced Extension professionals in all program areas using volunteers to deliver programs.

Read full announcement | Submitted by Sarah E. Maass | September 19, 2023

Health and Wellness

The Community Health Corner

The Community Health Corner provides tools you can use to support Extension's Grand Challenge for Health.

Read full announcement | Submitted by Stephanie Gutierrez | September 19, 2023

Extension Professional Trainings

Better Process Control School for Acidified Foods - Online

K-State Research and Extension and University of Missouri Extension are offering a Better Process Control School for Acidified Foods - Online on November 2-3, 2023.

Read full announcement | Submitted by Karen Blakeslee | September 19, 2023

Grand Challenge for Health: Two Professional Development Opportunities on October 27

Grand Challenge for Health: Two Professional Development Opportunities on October 27.

Read full announcement | Submitted by Elaine Johannes | September 19, 2023

Craft a Conversation, Change the World

Three facilitation micro-credentials begin October 9, and we would love to have you learn alongside us as we craft conversations to help communities move forward!

Read full announcement | Submitted by Deborah Kohl | September 19, 2023

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