Events
Michigan 4-H Soybean Essay Contest
Location: Michigan
Compete in a soybean photo-essay contest to help show how Michigan’s soybean farmers provide food, feed, fiber and fuel.
4-H Science Teen & Adult Volunteer Leader Workshop
Location: Kettunen Center
4-H Environmental & Outdoor Education, Plant Science and Entomology Teen & Adult Volunteer Workshop
Location: Kettunen Center
Join us for this hands-on opportunity to learn about many environmental & outdoor education, horticulture and entomology projects through fun lessons and activities.
Michigan 4-H Dairy Conference
Location: Kettunen Center
If you’d like to know more about the dairy industry, sign up to attend this conference.
4-H Exploration Days
Location: Michigan State University, East Lansing, MI
Annual MSU pre-college program that attracts approximately 2500 youth participants and chaperones representing all 83 Michigan counties.
4-H Discovery Camp
Location: MSU Campus, East Lansing
Michigan 4-H Discovery Camp is a five-day exploration camp held at Michigan State University for youth ages 13-19. Campers will explore ideas, research and opportunities in the field of energy as it relates to natural resources and agriculture.
4-H Great Lakes and Natural Resources Camp
Location: Camp Chickagami, Presque Isle County, MI
MSU pre-college program teaches youth about Michigan’s diverse natural resources, Great Lakes ecosystems and outdoor recreation opportunities such as charter fishing, kayaking, sailing and snorkeling.
Science & Technology
Science can be defined as the study of the world around us; a thread that runs through all aspects of our lives. Science is the theory that lies behind all 4-H projects. Technology can be defined as the tools and applications of science that help individuals advance their world and their own development.
The strength of 4-H lies in its strong volunteer base; its emphasis on hands-on, experiential learning opportunities; programs that connect learning to real-life situations; and its connection to the Land-Grant University system.
The Michigan 4-H science and technology program area cuts across all program and project areas. It is also specific projects in 4-H such as aerospace, computers, small engines, electricity, electronics, astronomy and robotics.
State 4-H Science Opportunities
The Arthur Berkey Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources Science Fair recognizes middle and high school students who are studying the application of scientific principles and emerging technologies in agriculture and natural resources. Participation begins at the local chapter/club level and progresses to the state level. Areas of participation closely mirror those of the International Science and Engineering Fair but reflect an agriculture and natural resources theme.
Fill out the online form to apply. Check out the brochure for more information.
The fair is also seeking proposals that include innovative scientific ideas in an effort to advance student knowledge of scientific research at the middle and high school levels. The deadline for abstracts is January 23, 2012.
National 4-H Science Opportunities
Visit the National 4-H Council for science education information.
Science, Engineering & Technology Grant Opportunities
Find out how 4-H clubs who applied for software grants through the 2008 ESRI GIS Grant Program for 4-H (U.S.) are using their grants:
- "4-H Youth and AG in the Classroom Community Mapping Leads to Action" Powerpoint presentation tells how 4-H members are using ESRI GIS software.
National 4-H GIS/GPS Leadership Team
4-H teen-adult teams are invited to help develop and grow the 4-H geospatial and community mapping programs across the country by serving on the national leadership team. A highlight for the team is participation in the ESRI International GIS Conference in San Diego, which is attended by 14,000 GIS educators and professionals from more than 100 countries. For more information, contact Jake DeDecker, Program Leader for Science and Technology (.(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address))
Contact
For more information on how to get involved as a youth or volunteer, contact your county MSU Extension office or:
Jacob DeDecker, Program Leader
Phone: 517-432-7575
Email: .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)
News
MSU Extension mentee speaks at Mentoring Day Capitol event
15-year-old Katie Wolters became involved with MSU Extension’s 4-H Tech Wizards program in Ottawa County after struggling to succeed in her former school.
7th annual 4-H Day at the Breslin celebrates youth development and Spartan Women’s Basketball
EAST LANSING, Mich. – Michigan State University Extension (MSUE) 4-H Youth Development will cheer on the MSU women’s basketball team as they take on Ohio State during their Jan. 15 home game at the MSU Breslin Center. “MSUE 4-H Day at the Breslin” is a celebration of the MSUE 4-H program in Michigan.
At last – someone’s taking responsibility!
4-H’s new program, "Join the Revolution of Responsibility," puts a spotlight on all those making a difference in their communities, watching over our natural resources and creating new businesses. It isn’t just politicians or public officials on the front lines of tackling these issues—it’s 4-H members throughout Michigan.
First Michigan 4-H Evening in the Garden event was huge success
EAST LANSING, Mich. – Two weeks later and the praises are still rolling in regarding Michigan 4-H’s first-ever Evening in the Garden Event – and it wasn’t just because of the great weather.
Michigan 4-H invites community to an evening in the garden
Michigan 4-H Youth Development will host its first 4-H Evening in the Garden event, Tuesday, Aug. 16, as a recruitment opportunity, a chance for current 4-H’ers to showcase their projects and an occasion to present activities for hands-on participation.
Registration for Discovery Camp extended to June 17
4-H Discovery Camp takes place July 25–29 at Michigan State University (MSU). Campers will stay in campus dorms and experience campus life while exploring alternative energy sources and solutions.
Kids have a blast at Science Blast
EAST LANSING, Mich. —Dozens of children descended on the 4-H Children’s Garden as part of Michigan State University Extension’s 4-H Science Blast on May 20.
MSU Extension, Molina Foundation begin 50,000-book give-away to Detroit youth
The Molina Foundation is donating up to 50,000 books to the Michigan State University 4-H Ready, Set, Read! program, to be distributed to youth in the Detroit area. Many of the books are about science topics, supporting Michigan 4-H’s focus on improving science literacy in the state, and the national 4-H goal of engaging one million new scientists in science programs by 2013.
Media Advisory—MSU Extension 4-H Youth Development Hosts Youth, Families at Hands-on…
Families and youth of all ages will attend the second annual 4-H Science Blast open house to experience hands-on activities that are part of Michigan State University Extension (MSUE) 4-H Youth Development’s science, engineering and technology (SET) programming.
Resources
- 4-H Science Blast in the Class! Teacher’s Guide
- 4-H Virtual Farm
- Aerospace & Rocketry Educational Organizations
- Aerospace Adventures series
- Member’s Personal 4-H Record Book (4H1192)
- No Child Left Inside: 4-H Introduces Kids to a World of Nature
- Safety First! Eye & Face Protection in MSU Laboratories
- Science & Technology Educational Organizations