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Maine Hunger Dialogue And Climate Action Summit Safeguarding Food Systems From A Warming Planet, University Of Maine Cooperative Extension

General University of Maine Publications

Promotional flyer for the Maine Hunger Dialogue and Climate Action Summit. "Join students, faculty, and staff from colleges, community colleges, and high schools across the state for this one-day conference. Participants will have an opportunity to network, discuss food security, and climate change, and find solutions to combat these issues within our own communities."

Community First Responder Program, John Volin, Office Of The Provost

General University of Maine Publications

Email from UMaine Provost John Volin promoting the seminar, "Learn How to Save a Life Overdose Response and Naloxone Training" sponsored by University of Maine Cooperative Extension and UMaine School of Nursing, and the Health Equity Alliance.

Cooperative Extension And Dll Strategic Partnership, John C. Volin

General University of Maine Publications

No abstract provided.

Process Evaluation Of The Early Implementation Stages Of Thenational Diabetes Prevention Program Through Kentucky Cooperative Extension: Perceptions Of Adopters And Potential Adopters, Nicole Breazeale, Heather Norman-Burgdolf, Katherine Counts, Lovoria B. Williams

Journal of Human Sciences and Extension

With the growing demand for lifestyle change programs that prevent or delay Type 2 diabetes onset, community organizations with broad reach should be explored for national dissemination of the National Diabetes Prevention Program (NDPP). This study evaluates the early implementation of the NDPP through Cooperative Extension in four Kentucky counties and explores the feasibility of scaling up the program to additional counties. Using a qualitative approach, semi-structured telephone interviews were conducted with 12 Family and Consumer Sciences (FCS) Agents – four who were participating in the pilot (adopters) and eight who had no experience with the NDPP (potential adopters). Five …

Covid-19_Umaine News_Wagm Speaks With Johnson About Benefits Of Online Meetings, University Of Maine Division Of Marketing And Communications

Division of Marketing & Communications

Screenshot of UMaine in the News regarding Steven Johnson, a University of Maine Cooperative Extension crop specialist, talking with WAGM (Channel 8 in Presque Isle) for a story about the benefits of online meetings.

Maine 4-H Foundation Annual Report 2020, University Of Maine Cooperative Extension, Maine 4-H Foundation

General University of Maine Publications

Our chosen word for 2020 is Resilience. Upon reflection, we saw a year of not only unprecedented change and hardship, but also great resilience and dedication in the face of adversity. As a 4-H community, we have:

• Provided funding to support our statewide 4-H Youth Development programs, our 4-H Camp and Learning Centers and creative new educational programs statewide.
• Provided scholarship support for higher educational opportunities for our Maine youth. Provided COVID-19 support to 4-H members, families, teachers, classrooms, schools and communities, including the delivery of amazing videos, live virtual teaching opportunities, creative at home educational tool kits, lessons, virtual …

Covid-19_Umaine News_Bdn, Morning Ag Promote Extension's Maple Sugaring Bulletins, Videos, University Of Maine Division Of Marketing And Communications

Division of Marketing & Communications

Screenshot of UMaine in the News regarding in a preview of Maine Maple Sunday March 27- 28, the Bangor Daily News promoted the University of Maine Cooperative Extension's maple sugaring resources, including publications, videos and guidance for safely conducting sugar house tours during the pandemic.

Umaine Tick Surveillance Program Annual Report 2020, University Of Maine Cooperative Extension

General University of Maine Publications

The University of Maine Cooperative Extension Tick Lab conducts surveillance of ticks and tick-borne pathogens to track their distribution, detect trends or changes in tick activity, and to identify areas of risk for tick-borne disease in Maine. In 2019, the UMaine Extension Tick Lab began testing tick samples for the causative agents of Lyme disease, anaplasmosis, and babesiosis; the three most common tick-borne diseases. In 2020, an additional testing panel was added to screen applicable tick species for the causative agents of Rocky Mountain spotted fever, ehrlichiosis, and tularemia. A free tick identification program also continues to be offered.

Covid-19_Umaine News_Carter Recent Guest In ‘Maine Calling’ Segment About Mainers Helping Each Other During Pandemic, University Of Maine Division Of Marketing And Communications

Division of Marketing & Communications

Screenshot of UMaine in the News regarding Maine Public featuring Hannah Carter, Dean of University of Maine Cooperative Extension, on a segment of 'Maine Calling' about how Mainers have helped one another during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Cooperative Extension Covid-19_Maine Families_ Virtual Coffee Break Handout, University Of Maine Cooperative Extension

Cooperative Extension

Handout for a virtual series for parents and caregivers of young children organized by the University of Maine's Cooperative Extension in October and November, 2020.

Cooperative Extension Covid-19_Maine Hunger Dialogue Flier, University Of Maine Cooperative Extension

Cooperative Extension

Flier for the Maine Hunger Dialogue webinar looking at food insecurity and responses during COVID-19.

Cooperative Extension Covid-19_Maine State Virtual Fair 2020, University Of Maine Cooperative Extension

Cooperative Extension

Screenshot of University of Maine Cooperative Extension 4-H Club's Maine State Virtual Fair 2020 webpage.

Cooperative Extension Covid-19_4-H Virtual Fun Run, University Of Maine Cooperative Extension

Cooperative Extension

Screenshot of webpage with the details of the University of Maine Cooperative Extension 4-H Club Virtual Fun Run along the coast of Maine.

Perception Of County Extension Agents’ Organizational Fit After Participating In The Mentoring Component Of The Cooperative Extension Service Onboarding Program, Angela Blacklaw-Freel

Graduate Theses and Dissertations

The purpose of this study is to determine the perception employees of the Arkansas Cooperative Extension Service (CES) after participating in a mentoring program. The CES implemented an onboarding program in 2010 which included a yearlong mentoring component for county extension agents because they were resigning at an alarming rate. The study aimed to illuminate if the mentoring program increased the county extension agents’ perception of fit after completing the program by determining if they felt they possessed characteristics that were compatible with the organization.

This study was founded on the mentees’ viewpoints of their perceptions of person-organization (PO) fit, …

Cooperative Extension Covid-19_Services & Programs Webpages, University Of Maine Cooperative Extension

Cooperative Extension

Screenshots of various University of Maine Cooperative Extension webpages featuring announcements regarding various programs, services, and publications provide by the Cooperative Extension during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Cooperative Extension Covid-19_Food Safety Information For Maine Consumers, University Of Maine Cooperative Extension

Cooperative Extension

Food Safety Information for Maine Consumers created by the University of Maine Cooperative Extension.

Cooperative Extension Covid-19_Master Gardener Volunteer Policy, University Of Maine Cooperative Extension

Cooperative Extension

Screenshot of various University of Maine Cooperative Extension webpages featuring the Master Gardner Volunteer Policy during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Cooperative Extension Covid-19_4-H Quaranteen Virtual Science Cafés Webpage, University Of Maine Cooperative Extension

Cooperative Extension

Screenshots from University of Maine Cooperative Extension webpage showing various Maine 4-H online QuaranTEEN Virtual Science Cafés programs during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Cooperative Extension Covid-19_Farming & Livestock Webpages, University Of Maine Cooperative Extension

Cooperative Extension

Screenshots of various University of Maine Cooperative Extension webpages featuring guidance and resources regarding farming and livestock during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Umaine Tick Surveillance Program Annual Report 2019, University Of Maine Cooperative Extension

General University of Maine Publications

Ticks and tick-borne diseases have become a significant public health issue in Maine and throughout the eastern United States. Lyme disease is the most commonly reported vector-borne disease in the US, and reported cases have been steadily increasing throughout much of the state. In addition to Lyme disease, cases of anaplasmosis and babesiosis are also on the rise. Other tick-borne diseases known to occur in Maine include Borrelia miyamotoi disease and the serious but relatively rare Powassan virus. The primary vector of these diseases, the deer tick or black-legged tick, has greatly increased in both population size and geographic range …

University Of Maine Cooperative Extension 2020 Annual Report, University Of Maine Cooperative Extension

General University of Maine Publications

In 2020, University of Maine Extension’s website at extension.umaine.edu — a composite of 58+ interconnected websites — received over 2.8 million pageviews. More than 50,000 followers followed or were subscribed to UMaine Extension’s 58 county and program-specific social media accounts on Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, Pinterest, and Instagram. More than 93,000 web visits were referred from social media. More than 400 educational videos were available to visitors on our YouTube and Kaltura channels or embedded in our web pages. More than 8,350 clients used our online registration system to register for classes, workshops, events, and more. In the wake of COVID-19, …

University Of Maine Cooperative Extension Organizational Chart, 2019, University Of Maine Cooperative Extension

General University of Maine Publications

September 2019 Organizational Chart for University of Maine Cooperative Extension including program administrators.

2019 University Of Maine Cooperative Extension Organizational Chart, University Of Maine Cooperative Extension

General University of Maine Publications

Organizational chart for the University of Maine Cooperative Extension.

The Cooperative Extension Program Development Model: Adapting To A Changing Context, Nancy K. Franz, Barry A. Garst, Ryan J. Gagnon

Barry A Garst

For over 100 years, Cooperative Extension in the United States has used a consistently articulated program development model including program planning, design and implementation, and evaluation that involves stakeholders in the process. This issue of the Journal of Human Sciences and Extension examines the history and evolution of the program development model for successful Extension work and adaptations to that model that have emerged due to the changing educational context. This issue provides information on how elements of the model have changed over the last 100 years; delves into contemporary issues and challenges; and provides important analysis, implications, lessons learned, …

Factors Impacting Program Delivery: The Importance Of Implementation Research In Extension, Ryan J. Gagnon, Nancy K. Franz, Barry A. Garst, Matthew F. Bumpus

Barry A Garst

Cooperative Extension is in a unique position, given its relationship with research-based, Land-Grant Universities, to advance the scholarship of implementation research. A stronger shift towards evidence-based practice has been occurring, oriented towards the assessment of programs for outcomes. This paper explores core concepts related to program implementation and delves into factors that influence successful implementation of Extension programs and services. The importance of implementation within the Extension Program Development Model is explored, along with emerging issues and trends.

Leadership Styles Of State Extension Specialists, K. Amy Lawyer

Theses and Dissertations--Education Sciences

Cooperative extension is one of three components, along with teaching and research that form the mission of land grant universities. The focus of extension work is to take knowledge gained through research conducted at the university, and disseminate the information, in a practical manner to the end user. In most instances, extension work revolves around agriculture. Within the extension system are personnel that help to foster this program of educating clientele who work in the agricultural industry. County level agents are in place to teach and address the needs of local constituents, specialists are generally housed at the university campus …

Beemapper Users Guide, Francis Drummond, Samuel Hanes, Brianne Du Clos, Cynthia Loftin, Robert Powell

General University of Maine Publications

BeeMapper is an interactive web tool that displays land cover and predicted wild bee abundance throughout the Maine wild blueberry production landscape. Information from BeeMapper can be used to:

1. 1. Determine placement of honey bee hives during blueberry pollination.
2. 2. Establish a pollinator conservation plan for particular crop fields.
3. 3. Understand wild bee communities in different types of land.

The Users Guide provides instructions on using the tool, interpreting its data, and suggests wild bee conservation and management actions. View the Bee Mapper Website.

Beemapper Quick Guide, Francis Drummond, Samuel Hanes, Brianne Du Clos, Cynthia Loftin, Robert Powell

General University of Maine Publications

BeeMapper is an interactive web tool that displays land cover and predicted wild bee abundance throughout the Maine wild blueberry production landscape. Information from BeeMapper can be used to:

1. 1. Determine placement of honey bee hives during blueberry pollination.
2. 2. Establish a pollinator conservation plan for particular crop fields.
3. 3. Understand wild bee communities in different types of land.

The Users Guide provides instructions on using the tool, interpreting its data, and suggests wild bee conservation and management actions. View the Bee Mapper Website.

Nexus 2014/15: Carver 150th, Cooperative Extension 100th, And 1890 Land Grant 125th Birth Year Anniversaries, Walter A. Hill

Professional Agricultural Workers Journal

No abstract provided.

Philosophical & Institutional Innovations Of Kenyon Leech Butterfield And The Rhode Island Contributions To The Development Of Land Grant And Sea Grant Extension, Michael Rice, Sarina Rodrigues, Kate Venturini

Michael A Rice