Teaching refugees and immigrants skills to work in the food industry. Inspiring children and adults with developmental disabilities to try — and love — new fruits and vegetables. Connecting farmers in crisis to lifesaving resources like teletherapy services.
Every day, in communities across Michigan and beyond, MSU Extension’s health and nutrition staff makes the extraordinary possible, changing lives for the better. Learn more about our projects, programs, staff, and the work we do.
Articles
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MSU Extension leaders reimagine the future of Extension and its impact on the nation’s health in new book
Published on November 15, 2024
Written and edited by passionate, visionary scholars, this newly published book envisions a bold future for Extension’s role in community-based healthcare. -
How MSU Extension empowers home food producers
Published on August 26, 2024
Programs like Cottage Food Law and Preserving MI Harvest equip people with the tools and knowledge to safely preserve (and even sell!) their food products. -
Connecting communities to health — virtually
Published on August 21, 2024
With its easy-to-use health program referral system, MSU Extension helps people find upcoming virtual classes in diabetes management, sleep education, and more — all within minutes. -
Glick Philanthropies awards MSU Extension $10,000 grant for nutrition education
Published on June 26, 2024
The award will help support Cooking Matters ® programming across Michigan. -
“It’s the right thing to do”: Comfort station for nursing parents at Michigan fair
Published on May 9, 2024
MSU Extension community nutrition instructor Carol Bublitz collaborates with community partners to create a designated private and clean space for nursing parents at St. Clair County 4-H and Youth Fair. -
MSU Extension farm stress program receives donation from Cherry Republic, Inc.
Published on May 6, 2024
Cherry Republic, Inc. donated a portion of all sales during the month of February to the MSU Extension Managing Farm Stress program to support mental health and wellbeing of Michigan farmers. -
MSU Extension and partners launch Move Your Way® campaign to encourage physical activity
Published on March 8, 2024
In support of the initiative, Michigan State University Extension is promoting its free educational health resources. -
MSU Extension educator wins prestigious award to launch breastfeeding and infant care project in Egypt
Published on February 16, 2024
Ghaida Batarseh Havern, a maternal, infant and early childhood health educator at Michigan State University Extension, was chosen as a 2024 CANR Global Scholar to launch an innovative project. -
Growing healthy eaters
Published on December 22, 2023
An MSU Extension-supported effort brings local farmers and childcare providers together to support healthy children. -
“No room for error”: Keeping Halloween food safe for children with allergies
Published on October 20, 2023
Community awareness and food safety education, like that offered through MSU Extension, can help all kids have a safe and happy Halloween experience.
Videos
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MSU Extension: 30 years of SNAP-Ed
Current and former members of MSU Extension's Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program Education team reflect on the program's changes over the last 30 years and impact on Michiganders throughout the state.
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MSU Extension makes a difference in Alcona County with SNAP-Ed
MSU Extension is making a difference in counties like Alcona by providing people with the resources they need to lead healthier lives.
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SNAP-Ed Success Stories: Growing Healthy Eaters
By connecting caregivers to community farmers, Growing Healthy Eaters increases access to local produce, educates providers about nutrition and teaches children about gardening and agriculture. Learn more about a Flint-area daycare provider's experience with the program.
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Vaccine Outreach on Beaver Island
Follow along with MSU Extension program instructor Katie Parr as she travels to Beaver Island to provide vaccine education to a group of older adults. Along the way Katie learns about the unique healthcare challenges faced by residents on the rural island.
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SNAP-Ed Success Stories: Mustang Food Share
Nutrition and access to healthy food is critical for kids to do their best at school. Learn about what MSU Extension doing to help with the Mustang Food Share at Munising High School.