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Craig Wood, Ph.D
Acting Associate Dean & Director
UK Cooperative Extension Service

S-107 Ag. Science Center North Lexington, KY 40546-0091

+1 (859) 257-4302

craig.wood@uky.edu

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Contact Information

Craig Wood, Ph.D
Acting Associate Dean & Director
UK Cooperative Extension Service

S-107 Ag. Science Center North Lexington, KY 40546-0091

+1 (859) 257-4302

craig.wood@uky.edu




Fiscal Year:
Jul 1, 2024 - Jun 30, 2025


Union County CES Program Indicators and Success StoriesJul 1, 2024 - Jun 30, 2025





4016 - Workforce Preparation – 4-H Youth Development
4016.1) 4

Number of individuals who reported learning new skills to prepare or improve themselves for the workforce as a result of participating in an Extension workforce development program/outreach.

4016.2) 4

Number of participants who reported that they improved their job interview skills as a result of participating in an Extension workforce development program/outreach.

4016.3) 4

Number of participants who reported an improvement in their personal skills (e.g., communication, networking, time management) as a result of participating in an Extension workforce development program/outreach.

4016.4) 4

Number of participants who reported improvement in their confidence to implement employment strategies as a result of participating in an Extension workforce development program/outreach.

4016.5) 4

Number of participants who reported that they learned strategies for managing their work-life responsibilities as a result of participating in an Extension workforce development program/outreach.

4016.6) 4

Number of participants who developed a resume as a result of participating in an Extension workforce development program/outreach.

4016.7) 0

Number of participants who gained an increase in salary/income as a result of participating in an Extension workforce development program/outreach.

4016.8) 0

Number of participants who gained new employment as a result of participating in an Extension workforce development program/outreach.



Success Stories

College Reality

Author: Annette Buckman

Major Program: Workforce Preparation – 4-H Youth Development

“College Reality” Program Union CountyBackground & NeedUnion County faces educational attainment challenges that limit career advancement and economic mobility. Workforce data shows:25.09% of residents hold an associate degree or higher.90.75% have at least a high school diploma.Detailed educational breakdown:2.95% did not complete 9th grade6.31% completed some high school (grades 9–12, no diploma)44.9% are high school graduates20.76% completed some college, no degree14.04%

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