Our Story: Financial Literacy Education
When Iowa students build financial literacy skills, they’re better prepared to make wise financial decisions for their future in an increasingly complex world.
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Our Story: Beginning and Young Livestock Producer Network
ISU Extension and Outreach has organized these groups of young Iowans so they can connect with each other to be successful in agriculture.
Our Story: Living (well through) Intergenerational Fitness and Exercise
The Living (well through) Intergenerational Fitness and Exercise Program — known as LIFE — introduces older adults to exergaming, video games that integrate game play with physical activity.
Our Story: Municipal Professionals
In July 2017 more than 200 city clerks, finance officers and others will participate in the 42nd Iowa Municipal Professionals Institute and Academy. Learn about the impact of this specialized training from ISU Extension and Outreach. City clerk Debra Hartman, now retired, shares her story.
At 30, Iowa Concern Continues Serving Iowans in Crisis
Marking its 30th anniversary, Iowa Concern embraces all Iowans. They can connect 24/7 to discuss tough issues facing their communities, their families or themselves.
#STRONGIOWA: Julie Mayhew’s Story
Julie Mayhew, a family nutrition program assistant, tells how nutrition education has made an impact in the lives of new Iowans. Her story shows one way ISU Extension and Outreach is building a strong Iowa.
Nonprofit Management Academy Builds Community Capacity
Today's communities need nonprofits that work well and efficiently. The Nonprofit Management Academy is one way ISU Extension and Outreach contributes to the social and economic capacity of the communities it serves.
Our Story: Immersion in Wellness
Iowa State University Extension and Outreach programs for health and well-being are designed to help Iowa become the healthiest state in the nation. During summer 2012, some campers at the Iowa 4-H Center experienced Immersion in Wellness. Iowa State faculty in food science and human nutrition are conducting this new research study targeted toward lowering childhood obesity. The study is receiving funding from the Wellmark Foundation Healthy Communities Grant Program. Participating youth were immersed in nutrition education, gardening, culinary skills, physical activity, and a health-promoting environment.
Our Story: Mad Scientist Day Camp
Iowa State University Extension and Outreach programs for K-12 youth build on the legacy of 4-H youth development and include a strong focus on science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) skills.
ISU Extension and Outreach Is All about People
Iowa State University Extension and Outreach is all about people. We connect Iowans to Iowa State education and research. We’re your lifelong partner.