Youth Development

Oregon students learn about importance of forestry in after-school program

One of the significant and ongoing challenges affecting STEM education in the United States is the changing student demographic, with increasing numbers of multilingual learners studying science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) ...

Apr 2025 | Impact Story

Outdoor School nurtures curiosity, connection and environmental understanding

For more than 60 years, Outdoor School has provided Oregon students with a unique opportunity to learn about science and the natural world through direct experience. What began in 1957 in Southern Oregon quickly expanded, with ...

Mar 2025 | Impact Story

4-H Questing Clovers Retreat promotes youth inclusivity

4-H is the largest out-of-school youth program in the United States and the only nationwide youth organization administered through land grant universities. In Oregon, 4-H is affiliated with Oregon State University. 4-H Youth ...

Mar 2025 | Impact Story

4-H journaling program connects families with nature

4-H is the largest out-of-school youth program in the United States and the only nationwide youth organization administered through land grant universities. In Oregon, 4-H is affiliated with Oregon State University. 4-H Youth ...

Mar 2025 | Impact Story

Portland teens lead, inspire and grow through 4-H Teens as Teachers

4-H is the largest out-of-school youth program in the United States and the only nationwide youth organization administered through land grant universities. In Oregon, 4-H is affiliated with Oregon State University. 4-H Youth ...

Mar 2025 | Impact Story

Adulting 101 helps Oregon teens build life skills and community

The Oregon State University Extension Service 4-H Youth Development Program serves nearly 25,000 youths statewide, giving young people hands-on learning opportunities in every part of the state. In Lane County, Extension 4-H staff ...

Mar 2025 | Impact Story

New 4-H facilities ensure safety and accessibility for youths in Coos County

4-H is the largest out-of-school youth program in the United States and the only nationwide youth organization administered through land grant universities. In Oregon, 4-H is affiliated with Oregon State University. 4-H Youth ...

Mar 2025 | Impact Story

4-H blacksmithing series connects youths to local history

Young people often face several challenges when trying to connect with their local history. The prevalence of digital entertainment and social media can divert attention away from historical learning. Competing with the instant ...

Feb 2025 | Impact Story

4-H shines at Oregon county fairs, where youths showcase skills and projects

4-H is the largest out-of-school youth program in the United States and the only nationwide youth organization administered through land grant universities. In Oregon, 4-H is affiliated with Oregon State University. 4-H Youth ...

Feb 2025 | Impact Story

Farm field trips reconnect Bethel students with food, farming and nutrition

Since 2016, the Bethel Farm in Eugene has served as a working educational farm for Bethel School District students and the broader community. Students at nearby Kalapuya High School helped design and build the farm and continue...

Jan 2025 | Impact Story