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Washtenaw County youth elected to Michigan 4-H Foundation Board of Trustees

Published on November 25, 2025
Washtenaw County 4-H member Shepherd Thompson was elected to the Michigan 4-H Foundation Board of Trustees in October.
Shepherd Thompson brings notable early experience to foundation board

Published on November 21, 2025
Shepherd Thompson was elected to a three-year term as a Michigan 4-H Foundation youth trustee. A standout 4-H’er and global-minded leader, he brings experience in food security, community service, and youth empowerment to the board.
Michigan 4-H and MSU Admissions professionals team up to help young people plan their futures

Published on August 29, 2025
A unique collaboration between MSU Extension 4-H Youth Development and the MSU Office of Admissions aims to help Gen Z and Generation Alpha get excited about their futures by providing a deeper understanding of post-secondary options.
Campus, careers and connections: 4-H Exploration Days helps ready youth for life ahead

Published on August 27, 2025
4-H Exploration Days, has been welcoming 4-H youth to campus for more than 50 years. This year, MSU Extension added a new component to the event that will help youth become beyond ready for the future: Campus Career Connect tracks.
Michigan 4-H precollege programs help youth discover and dream

Published on August 21, 2025
Michigan 4-H provides developmentally-appropriate programs and opportunities for youth throughout every stage of their precollege life.
Michigan 4-H'ers win MSU's Pre-College Scholarship Program

Published on December 19, 2024
Michigan 4-H youth members were recognized by MSU through the Pre-College Scholarship Program.
Meet Bryant Janetzke: Ionia and Kent County 4-H

Published on December 19, 2024
A personal testimonial of the impact of Michigan 4-H from Ionia and Kent County 4-H'er Bryant Janetzke.
Meet Alana Aulph: Monroe County 4-H

Published on December 12, 2024
A personal testimonial of the impact of Michigan 4-H from Monroe County 4-H'er Alana Aulph.
Michigan 4-H helps youth prepare and pay for college

Published on October 14, 2024
Michigan 4-H helps youth prepare and pay for college
Specht named Michigan 4-H Volunteer of the Year

Published on September 25, 2024
Saginaw County 4-H volunteer Jennifer Specht has been honored with a prestigious Michigan 4-H Salute to Excellence Volunteer of the Year award.