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Joined January 2023
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Proud to host fire service leaders from across the state participating in @MUExtension's Fire Service Leadership Enhancement Program. This program has successfully prepared fire and emergency services leaders for the past 20 years.
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Missouri Master Naturalists put in 💪work💪 during 2024! More than 75K hours of work, to be accurate! We and @MUExtension are giving a huge thanks to these dedicated volunteers! short.mdc.mo.gov/4Vr

🌳For 20 years, Master Naturalists have conducted educational projects & volunteer community service to improve Missouri’s environment. 🌱 Learn how the Mississippi Hills Master Naturalist Chapter has made improvements to NE Missouri’s environment: brnw.ch/21wQYpc
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On Saturday, @missouri4h supporters, alumni, members, faculty and staff celebrated the 75th anniversary of the Missouri 4-H Foundation. What a great night to celebrate the foundation and its incredible history of supporting Missouri youth! #MO4H
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As part of Missouri Good Neighbor Week, the staff in Whitten Hall collected over 70 boxes of cereal for the Ronald McDonald House in Columbia! Thanks to all who contributed to the cereal drive!
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This summer, MO students participated in a "mini-medical school" focused on cancer biology, while younger students compared human & dinosaur running speeds. These hands-on camps provided valuable experiences with researchers. Read more: brnw.ch/21wMWiE @UMConnector
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We’re excited to team up with @MUExtension and the @CAFNR for Mizzou Ag Day on this weekend! Agriculture is a $93.7 billion industry in Missouri, employing nearly 460,000 Missourians. We're excited to showcase the impact of agriculture on Missourians. #MIZ 🐯 // #ExtendMU
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Today, alongside university leaders and the Deaton family, we dedicated a bench and the Brady J. Deaton Conference Room in Whitten Hall in honor of @BDeatonSr. Brady has served @Mizzou and the state of Missouri in many capacities, including as MU's chancellor from 2004 to 2013.
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We kicked off the start of a new academic year with a reception with @MUCVM yesterday. I'm looking forward to our continued collaborations and partnerships to serve Missouri and deliver Mizzou. #ExtendMU
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Thank you, Scott Brown, for all you've done to serve Missouri and deliver @Mizzou. Your insights and dedication have truly shaped the livestock industry. Thank you for your tireless efforts and impact! 🐄🚜 #ExtendMU
Scott Brown bids farewell and reflects on 30-plus years of cattle industry insights and future predictions. @MUExtension  farmprogress.com/commentary/…
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President Choi recently attended the annual field day events at #Mizzou's T.E. “Jake” Fisher Delta Research, Extension and Education Center (FD-REEC). Learn more about the center's impact on producers in the Bootheel, throughout the state and beyond: brnw.ch/21wM8LM
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For 64 years Farm Family Day at the @MoStateFair celebrates Missouri’s Farm Families and the role they play in our state’s economy. Last night, I had the honor of meeting a lot of this year's recipients. Congratulations to all and thank you for all you do for Missouri.
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I hope to see you at The Missouri State Fair today for #Mizzou Day! #MizzouStateFair
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Today is the first day of the Missouri State Fair — which means it's #Mizzou Day! Before you head to the fair, here are a few tips to help you have a Tiger-filled experience ➡️ brnw.ch/21wLK2B
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The @MUExtension Mental Health First Aid program is truly making a positive difference in the mental health of Missourians by teaching participants how to offer initial assistance & then guide people to the care they need. Learn how you can get involved: extension.missouri.edu/progr…

Do you or someone you know struggle with mental health or addiction challenges? The Mental Health First Aid program equips people to recognize and respond to the signs. Get info on upcoming virtual adult and youth programs: extension.missouri.edu/progr…
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Last week, I got to share Buck's Ice cream with members of the @missouri4h State Council, who were on the @Mizzou campus for the State 4-H Congress! What an impressive group of future leaders.
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What does MU Extension do, you ask? Watch this video to find out how we've been serving Missourians since 1914! Then, discover how YOU can learn more and do more with MU Extension. extension.missouri.edu/
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Michael Salmons, a member of our Integrated Marketing Communications team, was nominated for a Truman award for his patience and promptness when creating a new web page for a Community Arts program. Congrats Michael! Thank you for all you do!
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Learn how MU Extension serves Missouri and delivers @Mizzou by evolving to meet the changing needs of the citizens in the state. @MUExtensionVC, Chad Higgins, discussed this and more in his recent interview on Show Me Today. missourinet.com/2024/05/07/m… @Missourinet #ExtendMU
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I had the pleasure of meeting and speaking with members of the MU Staff Advisory Council last week. Thank you for letting me tell you all about @MUExtension and how we serve MO and deliver Mizzou. #ExtendMU
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Congratulations @Mizzou grads!
🎓Over the next three days, more than 5,000 students will receive their degrees during #Mizzou's graduation ceremonies. All of us at MU Extension wish the Class of 2024 success as they embark on their next chapter!
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