In a world where youth increasingly find themselves engaged with electronic devices and isolated from peers, the need for meaningful, face-to-face interactions and hands-on experiences has never been more critical. Modern lifestyles often limit the time families and communities spend together, which can hinder the development of social, emotional, and practical life skills. Many young people lack opportunities to step outside their comfort zones, build resilience, and foster a sense of independe...
As universities tighten their financial belts and make decisions about program value, the need for evaluation data on program impact becomes increasingly more critical (McClure & Fuhrman, 2011). Exten... Read More
Volunteers play integral roles in 4-H programs, performing a variety of duties, functions, and tasks and possessing varied and rich knowledge, skills, and backgrounds (Radhakrishna & Ewing, 2011). The... Read More
The face of Kentucky is changing. In the last 20 years the state has lost17,000 farmsand 1.4 million acres of farmland. The population of Madison County, Kentucky in 2022 was 95,187,14% up from the 83... Read More
According to the Centers for Disease Control, approximately 37% of adults over the age of 65 are inactive. This increases as individuals age with approximately 42% of adults age 75 – 84 and approximat... Read More