MSU Extension returns to host second Michigan 4-H Day at the Capitol
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EmailOn Wednesday, October 9, MSU Extension will host the second annual Michigan 4-H Day at the Capitol to showcase the positive impact of the Michigan 4-H program and bring visibility to its efforts throughout the state.
On Wednesday, October 9, Michigan State University Extension will host the second annual Michigan 4-H Day at the Capitol. This event, held for the first time in 2023, showcases the positive impact of the Michigan 4-H program and brings visibility to its efforts throughout the state.
“We’re excited to bring Michigan 4-H Day at the Capitol back in 2024,” said Quentin Tyler, director of MSU Extension. “We were thrilled by the attendance at our event last year and it proved a great way to celebrate our 4-H program while elevating awareness about it.”
Michigan 4-H is the flagship youth development program of MSU Extension and reached nearly 135,000 young people ages 5 to 19 last year. Through various activities, clubs, groups, programs and events, 4-H’ers are offered hands-on learning experiences where they can explore their passions and interests while growing confidence, life skills and a sense of responsibility.
“Our Michigan 4-H program is changing the lives of youth across the state, and has been for more than 115 years,” continued Tyler. “We hope to highlight the impacts of this program, raise awareness of its availability, and ultimately reach even more youth in the future.”
Legislators, stakeholders and members of the public are invited to join MSU Extension for Michigan 4-H Day at the Capitol, which will be held from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. in the Heritage Hall atrium. At the event, informational booths will be hosted by Michigan 4-H youth and staff, who will share their personal experiences of impact through Michigan 4-H. A brief program will be held at noon. Scheduled speakers include State Rep. Reggie Miller (D-Van Buren Township), who is serving as the legislative host for the event; MSU President Kevin Guskiewicz; MSU Extension Associate Director Deanna East; Emma Young, policy analyst for Governor Whitmer and a Michigan 4-H alumna; and two Michigan 4-H youth, Everett Howell and Brianna Sierra.
Heritage Hall is located at 323 W. Ottawa Street in Lansing. Those interested in attending are asked to register at https://events.anr.msu.edu/Michigan4HCapitol2024/.
