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Mar 6, 2026
Ohio State University Extension is expanding support for families affected by Alzheimer’s disease through the work of Kathy Tutt, Family and Consumer Sciences Educator in Clark County. Tutt plays a central role in the Golden Buckeye Center for Dementia Caregivers, a statewide initiative led by The Ohio State University College of Nursing in partnership with OSU Extension and funded by the Ohio Department of Aging. [Read more...]
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Mar 5, 2026
Educators from Family and Consumer Sciences and 4-H, plus a food safety field specialist, met in Columbus to prepare for the rollout of a new, updated version of the Occasional Quantity Cooks (OQC) curriculum. The program supports Ohio State University Extension volunteers and employees who oversee the preparation and/or service of food at events. [Read more...]
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Feb 12, 2026
The annual Family and Consumer Sciences (FCS) Educator Day was celebrated on February 11, with recognition continuing throughout the week. This observance honors the invaluable contributions FCS educators make in schools and communities, while also encouraging others to pursue careers in the field. FCS Educator Day is part of the Say Yes to FCS: Filling the Educator Pipeline campaign, a collaborative initiative supported by 10 national FCS organizations. [Read more...]
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Feb 9, 2026
Feeling that mid-winter slump? You’re not alone — many people experience the winter blues due to less daylight, colder weather, and spending more time indoors. That’s why I’m excited to share Family and Consumer Sciences Educator Patrice Powers-Barker’s recent interview on Toledo News about “Finishing Winter Well.” [Read More...]
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Feb 5, 2026
Sign up today for a weekly virtual Dining with Diabetes class. You will learn how to incorporate good, healthy cooking techniques and other practices to help control your blood sugar through our cooking school and nutrition education program. The classes are designed for people with prediabetes or diabetes, and their family members or caregivers. The weekly online classes, held on Wednesdays, are from 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m., on Feb. 18, 25, March 4, 11.
Register today at go.osu.edu/virtualdwd26
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Jan 23, 2026
Susan Zies, assistant professor and Extension educator in Wood County, will begin serving as interim assistant director for Family and Consumer Sciences (FCS) on Feb. 2, 2026. She brings deep passion, steadfast dedication, and extensive experience in building community partnerships to this statewide leadership role. [Read more...]
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Dec 9, 2025
The Ohio State University will be closed from December 24 through January 1. In addition to observing university holidays, we will also be closed for the remainder of the winter academic recess.
We deeply appreciate your continued support of our programs and outreach efforts across all Ohio counties. We look forward to working alongside our community partners and volunteers in 2026 to make an even greater impact together.
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Nov 14, 2025
With more than 1.4 million Ohioans relying on the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) to put food on the table, a recent delay in benefits has cast a shadow of uncertainty across the state, impacting families statewide. As many households face tough new realities, The Ohio State University College of Food, Agricultural, and Environmental Sciences (CFAES), through its outreach arm, Ohio State University Extension, is stepping up to offer practical solutions, guidance and connections to food assistance. [Read more...]
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Nov 1, 2025
When the first COVID-19 vaccine became available in late 2020, public conversation around immunization surged to unprecedented levels. Recognizing the unique challenges faced by rural communities—particularly the health risks tied to low vaccination rates—the Ohio State University Extension team sprang into action. Backed by a grant from the Extension Foundation, with funding from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and the USDA’s National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA), the team developed the Extension Collaborative on Immunization Teaching and Engagement (EXCITE) vaccine toolkit to support informed decision-making and improve community health outcomes. [Read more...]
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Oct 8, 2025
To mark National Childhood Obesity Awareness Month, OSU Extension Field Specialist Carol Smathers, Youth Nutrition and Wellness, shares how Ohio State supports kids and families in creating healthier lives. [Read more...]
