No. 3086
Next Issue of Keeping Up - July 30, 2014
REMINDER: UNL Extension Culture Study - your opinion is important!
UNL Extension is working with the other states in the North Central Region to conduct a culture study. Everyone with a 25% or greater Extension appointment or equivalent responsibilities is invited to participate Continue reading…
Technology 2020 Plan Completed
I am pleased to report the Technology 2020 Plan has been completed, with the understanding it will never really be finished given ongoing changes in information technology and how we choose to apply them. Continue reading…
Nebraska 4-H Educates at National and State Events
During the past month, Nebraska 4-H has been the host of a variety of different learning experiences bringing young people to campus and to the state. All of these events contribute to the positive development of young people and support the long-term goals of 4-H. Continue reading…
Sustainable Corn: Insights to Extension's Future?
Corn is an economic powerhouse producing food, feed and fuel. However, there is increasing uncertainty about how climate trends are impacting corn-based systems. Continue reading…
More details at: http://unlextension-rick.blogspot.com/2014/07/sustainable-corn-insights-to-extensions.htmlExtension's Future Needs for Weather Data
A recent challenge experienced by the CropWatch web team to deliver valuable important weather data highlighted the importance of connecting our Extension web resources to the available weather and climate resources. Continue reading…
More details at: http://unlextension-rick.blogspot.com/2014/07/extensions-future-needs-for-weather-data_15.htmlPersonnel Changes
New:
Jaclynn J. Foged, Learning Child Extension Educator, Seward County Extension
Using Box at UNL
Here is the link to the Box Training Recording from Ranelle Maltas, Office of Information Technology Services. If you have questions contact Bryan Kinnan (bkinnan2@unl.edu).
More details at: http://go.unl.edu/czkiState Fair Parade and Volunteers for Centennial Celebration
As part of the Centennial Celebration, we are participating in the State Fair Parade on August 30th. We would like everyone attending to join us in the parade wearing their extension polos. If you are a new employee that would like to get an extension polo please contact Mike Riese by July 18th. Continue reading…
Wildlife Damage Management for Nebraska Master Gardeners
The University of Nebraska-Lincoln, Cornell University, and the Internet Center for Wildlife Damage Management (ICWDM.org) have produced a new book on the control of wildlife species in Nebraska. The spiral bound book contains 216 letter-sized pages and 32 modules. Continue reading…
Animal Science Open House – Sept 23, 2014
The Animal Science Open House will be held this fall on September 23 from 6 – 8 pm at the Animal Science Complex at UNL. This will be a great opportunity for youth, parents, and staff to come and learn more about the opportunities at UNL. Continue reading…
Learning Opportunities in July 2014 and Beyond
Please check out the learning events listed at Learn (Learn.extension.org). These are for your own learning or for you to share with your audiences! Extend your knowledge and keep more up-to-date on conversations in your areas of expertise and interest.
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CSD drills 3rd deepest test hole ever for multiagency project
The Conservation and Survey Division in UNL's School of Natural Resources recently led a multiagency drilling project that resulted in the organization's third deepest test hole ever at 1,721 feet below land surface. Continue reading…
New and Revised Publications
Available on the Web July 16, 2014 Continue reading…
Originally published July 17, 2014 -
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