Mar 17, 2026 

Elevating Extension

Mid-Year Check-in: Staying Intentional and Moving Forward

Amy Sollock says the midpoint of the program year is a valuable time to review the goals and objectives set just a few months ago.

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Social Media Policies Change for K-State Extension

With the elevation of extension to the university level, one of the areas communications solutions is revisiting is to ensure our social media accounts follow the university’s practices and policies.

Demystifying AI for Extension

If you feel anxious about artificial intelligence, you’re not alone. Join us to learn more about AI, how our peers are applying it, and more during a free April 1 workshop.

The KSECV Community Toolkit: A Resource for Volunteer and Community Group Education

A research-based curriculum has been designed to help extension agents guide community groups through the essentials of volunteer engagement, nonprofit formation, fund management, and more.

Fair Judge Training Scheduled April 14 in Concordia

Would you like an opportunity to learn about the fair judging process, including conference judging, standards, ribbons, and more? Join us in Concordia on April 14 to learn all about it!

4-H to Hold Interviews March 24 for Volunteer Development Specialist

The search committee for the 4-H Volunteer Development Specialist position invites you to attend candidate presentations on their vision for providing leadership in developing and implementing a statewide volunteer management system.

 

First Friday E-call Outlines Support for Early-Stage Investment

Building a stronger startup ecosystem in Kansas requires collaboration, access to capital and a statewide commitment to supporting entrepreneurs, leaders from NXTUS told participants during the recent First Friday e-call.

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Jenna Fitzsimmons and Grace Schneider

This week the Shout Out is from Logan Simon, assistant professor and southwest region agronomist; and is sent for Jenna Fitzsimmons, Pratt County; and Grace Schneider, Kingman County.

 

North Central Leadership Plans Webinar on May 19

Connect with Extension colleagues across the North Central Region and spark fresh energy for your leadership journey by joining the NCLC 26 Webinar on May 19.

Kansas 4-H Announces Volunteer and Rotation Schedule Changes for State Fair Fashion Revu

The Kansas 4-H office is looking for volunteers for the 2026 Kansas State Fair Fashion Revue.

Burnout to Brilliance Returns for Year Two

The Alpha Rho ESP chapter is excited to host the second year of our professional development series, Burnout to Brilliance. This year’s sessions continue our commitment to meaningful connection, personal growth, and strengthening the extension profession.

Extension Publication Updates

This week’s new title is an updated publication reviewing foliar fungicide ratings in Kansas.

 

Community Health Corner

 

America’s Health Ranking Kansas Summary Report for 2025, lists Kansas as number 27 of the 50 states in overall health of its residents. Let’s all pull together to raise that ranking! K-State Extension is working with others to improve everyone’s health.

 

From urban, metro, suburban, rural and frontier locations, Extension works in partnership with communities to deliver meaningful, timely relevant programs and initiatives for health and well-being. The following resources help us improve well-being and achieve national Healthy People 2030 objectives.

 

This week, we look at how daylight saving time can increase health risks, a new record for pediatric flu deaths, and tools for parents to address social media impacts on children.

 

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