CSU, Larimer County welcome Cary Weiner as Director of Larimer County Extension
Colorado State University and Larimer County recently welcomed Cary Weiner into his new role as Director of Larimer County Extension.
Category: "Community"
CSU student dance performances in non-traditional spaces awarded for community engagement
In collaboration with the City of Fort Collins, Grace Gallagher, an assistant professor of dance, and her students launched a series of 15 mini performances in non-traditional spaces around the city, with a focus on low- and moderate-income communities.
What's the beef? During tense times in the meat industry, CSU brings together stakeholders to imagine a better future
For the past few years, access to meat processing options has been a growing challenge for Colorado’s livestock producers. Meat processors are also facing difficulties as labor has been a limiting factor for many companies that have struggled to retain and train enough workers to meet demand.
Celebrating the retirement of Salazar Center Director Beth Conover
After more than four years serving as the director of the Salazar Center for North American Conservation, Beth Conover has announced her decision to step down. Beth has led the organization since its founding, and her tireless efforts have established the Salazar Center as a critical resource for a diverse and collaborative network of conservationists.
Healthy aging program breaks down stigmas and language barriers to support refugees and immigrants
To help support older adults, in 2022 CSU Extension adapted its Aging Mastery course in partnership with the Denver Regional Council on Aging (DRCOG) to offer the program in five different languages to immigrants and refugees in Aurora.
Barbara Hyde Boardman leaves a growing legacy across Colorado's landscape
Barbara Hyde Boardman, who served as a CSU Extension horticulture agent in Longmont for 17 years, passed away in mid-January, just over a month shy of her 99th birthday. A pioneer in her industry, Boardman was the first woman to enroll in CSU’s horticulture program.
Colorado Water Center welcomes Karen Schlatter as associate director
As associate director for CSU's Colorado Water Center, Karen Schlatter will lead the development and implementation of the Center’s outreach and engagement strategy, and support faculty in the development of integrated research, outreach and education grants addressing critical water management issues.
Kerri Rollins selected as CSU Extension's Front Range Regional Director
Kerri Rollins, a two-time graduate of Colorado State University, was recently selected to serve as CSU Extension’s Front Range Regional Director, a position she’s held in an interim capacity since 2020. In her role, Rollins oversees more than 80 Extension professionals across 10 counties in Colorado.
'The sky is the limit' for Western Colorado as Extension regional director takes the helm
Eric McPhail began his role as regional director for CSU Extension's Western Region on Sept. 19. He will be moving from his office in Gunnison County, were he previously served as the county's Extension director, to Grand Junction.
Custom-built mobile VR science lab takes innovative learning experiences statewide
The Sci on the Fly mobile outreach lab with a focus on VR technology and is debuting at the Colorado State Fair in Pueblo, which runs until Sept. 5. The trailer will be located in the Ag Pavilion.