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Anthony Warmack serves as the communications and marketing program coordinator for University of Illinois Extension in Grundy, Kankakee, and Will counties, where he leads strategic outreach efforts that connect communities with the knowledge, resources, and expertise from University of Illinois.
A storyteller by profession, Anthony believes that everyone has a story worth telling. Through strategic communication, media outreach, partnerships, and digital engagement, he transforms complex ideas into compelling stories that inform, inspire, and create meaningful community impact.
Anthony is a nationally published freelance journalist and science writer. His work has appeared in Scientific American, Massachusetts General Hospital's PROTO Magazine, Massive Science, and numerous other publications, where he specializes in translating complex topics into compelling stories that inform and inspire.
Anthony holds a Bachelor of Science in Natural Resources from Oregon State University with an individualized focus in informal interpretation and communication. This unique background of science and storytelling laid the foundation for his career, equipping him to make complex topics accessible, engaging, and relevant to diverse audiences.
Prior to joining the communications team, Anthony served as the Will County 4-H Program Coordinator where he focused on innovative outreach strategies to grow programs. Anthony is a 4-H alum and was heavily involved in 4-H throughout high school and into college, serving on the Illinois 4-H Foundation Board, Youth Leadership Team, and many other state and national committees.
Leadership Roles
- IT Accessibility Liaison, University of Illinois Extension
- Illinois Extension State MarCom working group ("Better Together") - Co-chair (2023-2024 term)
Select Extension Stories
In-depth Features
- ‘I am autistic and rabbit shows helped me:’ Showing livestock to be ‘Beyond Ready’ for life
- 'I knock on the door and I say this is what I do... It’s free': SNAP-Ed’s human touch leaves a lifelong impact
4-H Youth Development
- Local youth are 'Beyond Ready' this National 4-H Week
- Helping families cope when headlines are overwhelming, Illinois Extension offers tips
- Grundy 4-H alumnus named Senior Program Lead for Positive Youth Development
- 4-H alum uses civic engagement skills, elected as youngest county board member
Horticulture
- Extension Master Gardener Conference reaffirms value of community horticulture
- Local Impact: When the buzz comes knocking, Extension is ready with answers
General
- “The kitchen table of the University:" Statewide tour highlights Extension’s local impact
- After the storm: Illinois Extension shares resources for storm recovery, rebuilding, disaster preparedness