Whitley County CES Program Indicators and Success StoriesJul 1, 2022 - Jun 30, 2023





3045 - Arts and Community Health
3045.1) 0

Number of participants improving nutrition access through increased breakfast attendance

3045.4) 30

Number of participants accessing other Extension programming due to Extension arts involvement

3045.3) 0

Number of participants gaining knowledge or skills in audience etiquette due to Breakfast with the Arts programming

3045.2) 0

Number of participants reporting an increase in confidence in performance skills due to Breakfast with the Arts programming

3045.5) 75

Number of participants reporting an increase in healthy behavior due to Extension arts involvement

3045.6) 238

Number of participants engaged in Extension-led Articulture program

3045.7) 150

Number of participants reporting increased knowledge, opinions, skills or aspirations regarding the environment due to Extension Articulture program

3045.8) 0

Number of participants reporting improved knowledge, opinions, skills or aspiration regarding the effect of arts engagement on healthy aging

3045.9) 1

Number of healthcare providers reporting an increase in collaboration with artists, arts agencies, or artistic incorporation into their practice

3045.10) 1

Number of cross sector community coalitions in which Extension is involved



Success Stories

Exploring the regions natural wonders

Author: Cortney Moses

Major Program: Arts and Community Health

Exploring the regions natural wonders

Whitley County is a hidden gem of natural beauty, nestled at the foothills of the majestic Appalachian Mountains. Its diverse landscape boasts a plethora of plant and animal species, and stunning topography featuring sandstone cliffs, caves, and a world-renowned waterfall. However, even with its breathtaking attractions, many members of the community were unaware of the treasures that lie within their own backyard.Determined to showcase the beauty of their county, the Horticulture and Community

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Spreading Climate Awareness in Rural KY

Author: Cortney Moses

Major Program: Arts and Community Health

In Kentucky, the impact of climate change has become increasingly evident, with rising temperatures and extreme weather events. According to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) August 2016 report Kentucky climate is changing due to the earth’s warming. The 40% increase of carbon dioxide in the air since the 1700’s has resulted in the surface of the earth warming 1 degree. The increase temperature leads to a rise in humidity and average rainfall as well as drought in other areas

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