Area-Wide Meetings

Iowa State University Extension and Outreach has divided the state into areas for meeting purposes only.

Goals

• Improve internal communication throughout ISU Extension and Outreach.
• Enhance interdisciplinary and multi-county programming.
• Strengthen relationships with colleagues.
• More closely align vision and mission throughout our organization. 

Objectives

• Facilitate communication across counties and across programs, build relationships among staff, and mentor new staff.
• Provide a ready platform for campus leadership and specialists to connect with and listen to staff in the field.
• Build trust through ongoing relationships, collaboration, and accountability.
• Enhance program planning, staff development, and sense of belonging.

Background: Area-wide meetings were begun in 2019 to improve communication in ISU Extension and Outreach. For information about the initial development, see the Plans for Area-Wide, All-Staff Quarterly Meetings (pdf, May 2019).