You are Amazing

We are facing a new era in Extension programming. I continue to be amazed at the creativity and responsiveness of our Youth & Families team. I applaud your efforts and hope you will continue to share all the great work you are doing. I have …

Really isn’t it just easier to do it yourself?

How many times do we get in a hurry or tired of waiting on a colleague, family member, teammate etc. and just want to move ahead without waiting for their input or assistance? I don’t know about you but I often do, especially when my …

Work Hard. Be Kind. Take Pride.

I hope each of you returns to work this week refreshed and coming off of an enjoyable holiday weekend…..some of us may be not as refreshed because we had too much fun, but the importance is the fun! I was fortunate to be able to …

You are Valued

Thanks to John Fuller for sharing this powerful video…. I think there are many days when we get down on ourselves and may not feel valued by others. This short video explains that regardless of what happens to us in life, we retain our value. …

It’s your choice…

From a young age we teach children that they have the ability to make choices, however, with choice comes responsibility. Throughout life we continue to have the opportunity to make choices in our work and personal lives. As you go through the week and the …

For You I Give Thanks

For many of us, we gather together this week with family and friends to share a meal and enjoy good company. Some of us may not as family and friends may be miles away. As I set here this morning, I want to share with …

It Really Is All About YOU….

Today, it is quieter on campus as we graduated more than 2,300 students this weekend. Many of our other students have left town. Faculty are busy turning in those final grades. I am sitting in my office preparing for meetings and trying to find the …