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Read article: Extension helps train community development professionals through national organization
Extension helps train community development professionals through national organization
The hallmark of any Extension program is the information shared be research-based and communicated in a manner that helps to drive change in a...
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Read article: In her own words: Alicia L. Ross
In her own words: Alicia L. Ross
As an ISPP Scholar, Alicia V. Ross is appointed with the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic...
2023 ISPP Scholar Liz Gutierrez with Executive Director Alvarez and Lt. Gov Stratton and staff member
Read article: In her own words: Elizabeth Gutierrez
In her own words: Elizabeth Gutierrez
As an ISPP Scholar, Elizabeth Gutierrez is appointed with the Illinois Legislative Latino Caucus/Latino Caucus...
2023 DOIT Scholar Yu Tian standing at the Grand Canyon
Read article: In his own words: Yu Tian
In his own words: Yu Tian
As an ISPP Scholar, Yu Tian is appointed with the Illinois Department of Innovation...

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5 takeaways to advance diversity, equity, inclusion in watershed management
URBANA, Ill.  – Achieving clean water goals requires the inclusion of diverse views and considering the equity of impacts and solutions; yet, underrepresented communities don’t always have a voice in watershed planning efforts. At a symposium as part of a 2022 Climate Intersections...

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Laura Payne

Laura Payne

Professor, Extension Specialist, Director of the Office of Recreation & Park Resources (ORPR)