Statistical Contact Report for FY2019Jul 1, 2018 - Jun 30, 2019

1132458.6

Total Hours

Contributed.

7004191

Contacts

with Local Stakeholders.

36401.21

Hours

of Multistate Efforts.

340008

Total Number

of Volunteers Engaged.

Stories

Americana Blossoms!

Americana Blossoms! Last year, while working with an environmental science club: “the green team”. I noticed many of our kiddos were a bit rude, talkative, and needing constant redirection. I often wondered if this had anything to do with comprehension or learning disabilities but after speaking with KSU volunteer Jennifer and A.C.C. Director Lauren, we determined that this was a cultural boundary. Not only because of where they come from but because of different family dynamics and roles famil...

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Americana Blossoms!

People

Srijana Thapa Magar

Extension Specialist

Srijana
I am the State Specialist of Horticulture and Local Foods at Kentucky State University. I have 25% research and 75% extension appointment and I work mainly with vegetables and small fruits. ... More

Stories Behind the Numbers

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    Small Appliance WorkshopNew, trendy small appliances seem to be coming out on the market at a rapid rate. These are often marketed to consumers to save time, money and energy. These products are often... Read More

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