OSU Extension and Engagement

OSU Extension Fire Program is recruiting for a Hands on the Land Project Coordinator, a new position supporting a USDA NIFA-funded project through the Agriculture and Food Research Initiative. The coordinator will work with a diverse coalition of partners in the Pacific Northwest to implement sustainable climate adaptation strategies and support equitable workforce development across the region. This is a remote/hybrid position available to candidates located in Oregon. Application deadline: April 26, 2025 More details and application: https://lnkd.in/gstx-Ase

Join OSU Extension on April 10 at 10 a.m. PT for the first webinar in its six-part series – Oregon Youth In Focus. To kick off our webinar series, we will explore the science and research behind thriving and readiness as well as the 4-H Thriving Model and Beyond Ready Initiative. We’ll take time to understand how these concepts are coming to life across Oregon in both rural and urban communities. Host Karen Pittman from Knowledge to Power Catalysts will be joined by Mary Arnold, Director of Youth Development Research and Practice at National 4-H Council, Stephanie Malia Krauss, Founder + Principal of First Quarter Strategies and Author and Belle Cantor Senior Program Officer of Education for Oregon Community Foundation. Register today, https://bit.ly/4iDfN3H. Karen J. Pittman Belle Cantor @stephaniemkrauss

We are pleased to share that Dr. Kristopher Elliott will serve as vice provost for Oregon State University's Division of Extension and Engagement and director of the OSU Extension Service. Dr. Elliott, who was selected after a national search, has been serving in the position on an interim basis since April 2024.   "The heart of OSU’s Extension and engagement work is people working together to help Oregon thrive,” Elliott said. It is truly an honor and a privilege to serve in this role, leading and supporting efforts across Oregon by employees, volunteers, and community collaborators to create positive impact and a prosperous future. I’m excited about the opportunities ahead.”   Over the last year, Dr. Elliott has worked to align Extension resources with state and county priorities, strengthen collaboration of leaders and units across OSU in addressing those priorities, cultivated relationships with state legislators and county commissioners, and enhanced public engagement and enrollment in OSU’s Extension programs.   Please join us in congratulating Dr. Elliott and continuing to collaborate with us in service to communities across Oregon and beyond.  Photo credit: Collin Kayser

High school students are getting hands-on experience with plant science at OSU’s North Willamette Research and Extension Center! Through a summer internship led by OSU Extension plant pathologist Luisa Santamaria, students explore microbiology, plant health and Oregon’s nursery industry while developing their own research projects. What started as a connection at a local science fair has grown into an immersive program helping students build skills, confidence and a pathway to future studies. Learn more, https://beav.es/NSC.

Issues with Codling Moths affecting your tree fruits? Check out our new video. By clicking you will get useful information on how to navigate our USPest.org platform. https://lnkd.in/gqy6BZze. If you have questions, please let us know. Oregon IPM Center, #IPM #pestmanagement #Lepidoptera #moths #USPestorg #Modeling #phenology #pestprediction #climate #science #sciencecommunication #treefruits #apples #manzanas #frutas. Thanks to @Alice Formiga, Len Coop, Brittany Barker, Carrie Preston and @NIFACPPMEIP. Oregon State University College of Agricultural Sciences OSU Extension and Engagement

There’s no substitute for experiencing first-hand Oregon State University’s statewide engagement and research. I was so proud to hear more about OSU’s important work in seafood, fisheries, small farms and family and community health during my visit this week to the OSU Extension and Engagement office in Clatsop County, the Coastal Oregon Marine Experiment Station-Astoria, and the Seafood Research & Education Center. Oregon State University engages in all 36 counties of the state, supporting the prosperity of all Oregonians. Oregon State University College of Agricultural Sciences, ASTORIA-WARRENTON AREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE, Clatsop Community College, Jarrod Hogue, Lori Steele, David Reid, James Sulikowski, DeWitt, Christina, Angee Hunt, CFS, Amanda Gladics, Shannon Rauter, Emily Reilly, Kristopher Elliott, Ph.D., Marcia Walker, Rebecca Robinson

Want to take action on climate change? Become a Climate Steward! OSU Extension and the Columbia River Gorge Commission are offering a Climate Stewards training to help you build knowledge, communication skills and connections to create more resilient communities. When: April 8 – June 28 Where: Hood River, Oregon Cost: $250 (sliding scale available) Through online learning, in-person sessions and field trips, you’ll gain a deeper understanding of climate science, local impacts and community-driven solutions while becoming part of a growing network of Climate Stewards. Register here, https://beav.es/GtA. Learn more about the Climate Steward program, https://beav.es/NUE. Columbia River Gorge Commission

This International Women's Day, we celebrate Carrie Berger, Fire Program Manager for OSU Forestry & Natural Resources Extension. A leader in wildfire education and preparedness, Carrie co-leads a team of regional fire specialists dedicated to helping communities live with fire risks. Her work is breaking barriers to make prescribed fire more accessible across Oregon, ensuring critical tools are used safely and effectively. Her leadership is driving change, building stronger communities and shaping a fire-adapted future. Through publications and webinars, Carrie has brought to life Not All Flame is the the Same, helping Oregonians understand wildfire in new ways. Her leadership also extends nationally as part of the NEWFI initiative, advancing wildfire education and engagement across the country. Her impact goes beyond her role—she’s a two-time national award winner for the Spanish-language publication, Nuestro futuro en nuestras manos, ensuring fire education reaches all communities. And in her own neighborhood, she gives back as a Firewise coordinator, helping residents prepare for wildfire risk. Carrie is one of the many incredible women who make OSU Extension what it is—turning knowledge into action and leading change where it matters most. Carrie Berger College of Forestry at Oregon State University

🎉 Congratulations to Dr. Juliana Ranches for receiving the Extension Award from the American Society of Animal Science Western Section! We’re thrilled to celebrate her outstanding contributions to agriculture education and outreach! Over the past 5 years, Dr. Ranches has: ✅ Led Calving Schools across Oregon, helping ranchers improve calving season success. ✅ Developed the Ranching Academy, a hands-on, yearlong program for beef producers. ✅ Launched RancHER, a global webinar series highlighting women in the livestock industry, with over 500 participants and 24 inspiring speakers. ✅ Shared her expertise nationally & internationally, from magazine contributions to speaking engagements in Brazil, Germany, and Mexico. ✅ Led collaborative efforts as Co-coordinator of Oregon’s Beef Quality Assurance program and chair of key Extension working groups. Her leadership, innovation, and dedication are shaping the future of agricultural education. Join us in celebrating Dr. Ranches on this well-deserved recognition! 👏 More about all the award winners: https://lnkd.in/gxhPvUqV #WomenInAg #RancHER

It’s OSU Statewides Day! 🎉 Here are some highlights from today’s meetings at the Capitol! OSU advocates met with Oregon legislators to share the impact of OSU’s Statewide Public Service Programs and encourage continued support. The OSU Statewide Public Service Programs—OSU Extension Service, Oregon Agricultural Experiment Station, and the Oregon Forest Research Laboratory—work with communities across Oregon to address challenges with research-based solutions. For over 150 years, learning, discovery and engagement have been central to OSU’s mission, shaping the impact of the OSU Statewides across the state. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/gJWP8ww Share your OSU Extension story and urge continued support: https://beav.es/Noc College of Forestry at Oregon State University Oregon Sea Grant Oregon State University College of Agricultural Sciences College of Health - Oregon State University Oregon State University Staci Simonich Kristopher Elliott, Ph.D. Katie Fast Thomas Henry DeLuca