A Program Team for Multimedia Integrated Pest Management (IPM) Outreach
Digital Ambassador University of Missouri
THE TEAM Alison Copeland, Deputy Chief Engagement Officer, University of Missouri Joe Lear, Broadband Consultant, University of Missouri Wayne Prewitt, Regional Director, University of Missouri Noah Washburn, Statewide Extension and Engagement Specialist, University of Missouri
THE TEAM Wayne Buhler, Professor and NC State Extension Pesticide Safety Education Specialist, North Carolina State University Paul Curtis, Professor and Department Extension Leader, Cornell University Daniel Frank, Director of Pesticide Programs, Virginia Tech Alma Galvin, Director of Community Training and Engagement, Migrant Clinicians Network Marie Hallinen, EPA IPM Coordinator, Environmental Protection Agency Ronda Hirnyck, Extension Specialist, University of Idaho Janet Hurley, Extension Program Specialist, Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service Joellen Lampman, IPM Specialist, Cornell Stephen Vantassel, Vertebrate Pest Specialist, Montana Department of Agriculture
North Carolina State University University of Idaho Virginia Tech Texas A&M Migrant Clinicians Network Cornell University Montana Department of Agriculture
The goal of the “Digital Ambassador” program is to increase affordable, equitable broadband access and reduce tech- nology adoption hesitancy in communities across Kansas. Using the Master Gardener model, the team will recruit and train volunteers (Digital Ambassadors) to help community members access high-speed internet, teach them to use on- line applications, and help them obtain computing devices. Right now, the team is ... • developing curriculum; • identifying rural and urban pilot sites; • seeking funding to support the work; and • looking for partners to help them with outreach and education.
MENTOR Trudy Rice, Kansas State University
Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Region 10 The “Multimedia IPM Outreach” project promotes integrated wildlife damage management practices that yield multiple benefits, including reduced pesticide use, increased eco- nomic sustainability, and a healthier environment. The project focuses on developing resources and building relationships to empower individuals and facilitate problem-solving. The team’s goal is to create an online course for Extension educators, providing access to information and tools that build local expertise to address human-wildlife conflicts and effectively manage wildlife damage. Right now, the team is … • developing a survey to conduct an information and resources needs assessment of Extension educators and agents; and • looking for individuals to review the needs assessment.
KEYWORDS broadband access, digital equity, digital literacy, technology adoption, volunteer development
Building Capacity to Address Broadband Access and Digital Skills
MENTOR Molly Soeby, North Dakota State University
North Carolina State University (NCSU) Extension The “Building Capacity” project aims to ensure broadband access and digital literacy for all North Carolina residents. Extension educators will become digital equity agents, using a statewide digital toolkit to provide training and support in communities. The program focuses on rural ar- eas, aging populations, limited English proficiency learners, youth, and families. By bridging the digital divide, NCSU Extension will help residents EARN, LEARN, and BE WELL in the digital world. EARN: Develop remote work skills, be able to find a job online, or improve farm productivity using digital practices. LEARN: Acquire new skills or certifications. BE WELL: Use technology to connect with health care, family, and friends for social and emotional support. Right now, the team is … • developing a digital toolkit; • looking for partners to help them build a robust toolkit; and • seeking funding to support their work, including hiring digital equity agents.
KEYWORDS human-wildlife conflict, integrated pest management, IPM, needs assessment, online course, virtual education, wildlife, wildlife damage
THE TEAM Kenneth Sherin, Broadband Access and Education Coordinator, NCSU Cintia Aguilar, Latino Programs Manager, NCSU Louie Freeman, County Extension Director, NCSU Travis Hoesli, County Extension Director, NCSU Liz Mauney, 4-H Youth Development, NCSU Scott McCollum, Web Services/Extension Information Technology, NCSU Roberto Rosales, Farm Worker Health and Safety Educator, NCSU Heather Schaffer, County Extension Director, NCSU
Reimagining InterConnectivity Between Langston University and Selected Oklahoma Historical Black Towns: Model for Expanding Diversity and Opportunities in Food and Agriculture Langston University
Langston University makes a concerted effort to provide opportunities that enable veterans to return to school and earn college degrees. These opportunities also help con- nect veterans with their community, other veterans involved in agriculture, and resources to help them transition to agricultural careers. THE TEAM Joshua Davis, Extension Associate, Langston University Newton Nyairo, Assistant Professor, Langston University Willard Tillman, Community Based Partner Wesley Whittaker, Dean, Langston University James Arati, Program Leader, Langston University
MENTOR Kittrane Sanders, Extension Agent, North Carolina Extension
MENTOR Trudy Rice, Kansas State University
KEYWORDS agriculture, agricultural education, community development, workforce development, workforce preparation, veterans
KEYWORDS aging, broadband access, digital equity, digital literacy, health, job skills, limited English proficiency, rural, senior citizens, workforce development, youth development
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EXTENSION FOUNDATION/NTAE | 2022-2023 YEARBOOK
2022-2023 YEARBOOK | EXTENSION FOUNDATION/NTAE
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