SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – University of Illinois Extension is pleased to welcome Sherri Bishop as the new 4-H Program Coordinator in Logan County.

Most recently, Sherri served as the Office Support Assistant in the Logan Extension Office, and she has extensive experience working with youth through her volunteer activities. Sherri and her husband Brian have called Lincoln home for the past 18 years, and they have two daughters.  Sherri has enjoyed assisting 4-H volunteers and youth in her Office Support role, and now in her new role she is excited to serve her community in a deeper way, helping youth grow and develop life skills.

Sherri can be reached at the Logan Extension Office at 980 N. Postville Dr. in Lincoln or by calling 217-732-8289. The office is open Monday through Friday, 8:00 am to 4:30 pm (closed noon to 1:00 for lunch).  Her email address is slb3637@illinois.edu. More information about 4-H activities in Logan County can be found at extension.illinois.edu/LMS/4-H-logan-county. 

WRITER: Amy Zepp, 4-H Program Coordinator, Sangamon County, azepp2@illinois.edu

ABOUT ILLINOIS 4-H: Illinois 4-H is the flagship youth development program of University of Illinois Extension and administered through the College of Agriculture, Consumer, and Environmental Sciences.4-H grows true leaders, youth who are empowered for life today and prepared for a career tomorrow. The hands-on approach in 4-H gives young people guidance, tools and encouragement, and then puts them in the driver’s seat to make great things happen. Independent research confirms the unparalleled impact of the 4-H experience, demonstrating that young people are four times more likely to contribute to their communities; two times more likely to make healthier choices; two times more likely to be civically active; and two times more likely to participate in STEM programs.

ABOUT EXTENSION: Illinois Extension leads public outreach for University of Illinois by translating research into action plans that allow Illinois families, businesses, and community leaders to solve problems, make informed decisions, and adapt to changes and opportunities.