Today’s youths are in tune with and committed to a variety of social issues facing our nation and world. A group of West Virginia 4-H’ers is using their savvy computer and coding know-how to virtually address one of those critical issues – stereotypes. Their work has earned them one of 40 spots nationwide in a Facebook hackathon.
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West Virginia 4-H and the EQT Foundation enable WVU student to find academic success
MORGANTOWN, W.Va. -- Throughout the past few years,
4-H programming has adapted to include robotics and other STEM activities in
order to meet the growing demand for jobs related to these fields. While traditional
activities are still offered, the
West Virginia University Extension Service
4-H curriculum continues to give youths an opportunity to learn about emerging topics.
Community Leadership Academy engages leaders to encourage change, promote prosperity
As communities work together to improve lives and promote growth for their fellow West Virginians, West Virginia University Extension Service is providing tools and resources to assist with those efforts.
West Virginia Agritourism Initiative offers online agritourism course
Join us for the West Virginia Agritourism Initiative 2019 online course!
WVU Extension Service partners with the Polaris Foundation to improve ATV safety
MORGANTOWN, W.Va. – It’s a common sight in much of West Virginia — ATVs and UTVs rushing up secondary roads, riding along forest trails and running across the hills. Given their popularity, the West Virginia University Extension Service is teaming up with the Polaris Foundation to improve safe riding practices and help reduce injuries and accidents.
WVU breaks ground on state’s first dedicated STEM and makerspace facility
On March 28, 2019, WVU Extension Service broke ground on the Annette S. Boggs Educational Center, a 6,000-square-foot facility, which will be located at WVU Jackson’s Mill.
WVU to co-host mining and reclamation conference
West Virginia University scholars will join other mining and reclamation experts to provide the latest updates on regulations and practices during a symposium hosted by WVU and the West Virginia Mine Drainage Task Force.
4-H scholarship deadline approaching
As future students hone in on their college decision and make their final plans, many will be seeking out scholarship opportunities. The West Virginia University Extension Service 4-H and Youth Development program provides several scholarship opportunities for 4-H’ers who want to further their education.
WVU Extension Service invites landowners, industry professionals to timber tax workshop
The timber industry is not new to the Mountain State. But, as with any industry, policy and procedure changes can make it difficult for landowners and professionals alike to keep up with the current programs.
WVU Extension Service agent’s work spurs on Buffalo Creek recreation and tourism
MORGANTOWN, W.Va. – In a sense, for many West Virginia University Extension Service agents, a normal work day is anything but. As an agent in one of West Virginia’s 55 counties, typical office hours could bring questions about invasive plant species or pests, canning questions, 4-H meetings and more — especially in counties where there are two, or sometimes only one, agent. The work doesn’t pause after work hours and on weekends.