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A Closer Look at Disaster Preparedness: MyPI Students’ Visit to IEMA-OHS

February 5, 2025

Empowering the next generation to take charge during emergencies is at the heart of the My Preparedness Initiative (MyPI), an award-winning youth...

In her own words: ISPP Scholar Shreya Joshi

December 10, 2024

As an ISPP Scholar, Shreya Joshi is appointed to the Illinois Department of Innovation and Technology. Her work focuses on business analytics for...

In his own words: Alex Sprinkle

November 6, 2024

As an ISPP Scholar, Alex Sprinkle is appointed to with the Office of the Lieutenant Governor, Juliana Stratton. His work is focused on bolstering the...

In her own words: ISPP Scholar Mary Ojoma

November 1, 2024

As an ISPP Scholar, Mary Ojoma is appointed to the Illinois Legislative Black Caucus / Black Caucus Foundation. Her work is focused on enhancing the...

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News Releases

A 4-H member shows off his project about pigs

May 6, 2025

Local Impact: 4-H4All brings the 4-H experience to all
BOURBONNAIS, Ill. — As the Cooperative Extension service across America is poised to celebrate a birthday on May 8th – a day which marks the 111 anniversary of the passing of the Smith-Lever act which established the Extension network – Illinois...

three people at conference who won award

December 13, 2024

Community garden, arts program, and environmental stewardship day win inclusivity awards
URBANA, Ill. — As an organization, University of Illinois Extension values inclusivity and acknowledges and respects the similarities, differences, and contributions of all people and communities in identifying new ideas and approaches. Extension staff strive to include everyone and create a...

Navigating Difference Cultural Competency Trainers

November 13, 2024

Illinois Extension expands access to cultural competency training through train-the-trainer event
URBANA, Ill. — Illinois Extension hosted a national training for the Navigating Difference Cultural Competency curriculum. Eighteen Extension professionals from five states, including Iowa, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, and Missouri, participated in a train-the-trainer program at Allerton Park and...

June 27, 2024

First of its kind study shines light on LGBTQ+ farmer mental health
URBANA, Ill. — LGBTQ+ people involved in farm work are over three times more likely to experience depression and suicidal intent and about two and a half times more likely to experience anxiety than the general population. That’s according to a...

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