Category: Professional Development

Spring Into Wellness: Step Outside for Your Mind

by angelikakeene
March 27, 2026

There’s something about spring that feels like a fresh start. The days are longer, the air feels lighter, and everything around us is growing again. It’s a natural reminder that we can reset, too. But here’s something we often overlook—stepping ... READ MORE

Category: Agriculture, Professional Development, UF/IFAS Extension, Work & Life
Tags: Brevard County, Community Wellness, Green Time, Mental Health, Mental Wellbeing, Mind Your Mind, Outdoor Wellness, Season Of Growth, Self Care Is Essential, Time In Nature, Wellness At Work

Love in Action: Civic Engagement

by angelikakeene
February 17, 2026

This Month, Show Love Where It Counts Most — In Your Community We often think of “love” as something shared between friends and family — but what if we showed more of that care where it matters most: right in our own neighborhoods? This ... READ MORE

Category: Clubs & Volunteers, Community Volunteers, Professional Development, Relationships & Family, UF/IFAS Extension, Work & Life
Tags: Brevard County, Community Engagement, Volunteer

Mindful Mornings: Start the Day with Clarity and Purpose

by angelikakeene
January 29, 2026

How you start your morning can shape your entire day. A mindful morning routine is not just about checking things off a to-do list—it is about creating mental clarity, reducing stress, and showing up fully for whatever comes next. Instead ... READ MORE

Category: Agriculture, , Home Landscapes, Professional Development, UF/IFAS Extension, UF/IFAS Research, UF/IFAS Teaching, Work & Life
Tags: Brevard County, Mental Health
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The Power of Partnerships: Collaboration for Community Change

by angelikakeene
October 1, 2025

Strong partnerships don’t happen overnight—they’re built with care and intention. When done well, they create the momentum needed to address community concerns in ways no single group could manage alone (Alabama Cooperative Extension System ... READ MORE

Category: Agriculture, , Community Volunteers, NATURAL RESOURCES, Professional Development, Work & Life
Tags: Brevard County, Community Engagement, Community Impact, Networking, Partnership, Working Together
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The Real Meaning of Self-Care (And Why It’s Worth Your Time)

by angelikakeene
September 2, 2025

When you hear the word self-care, what comes to mind? A bubble bath? A night of binge-watching your favorite show? While those things can feel good at the moment, self-care is actually a lot deeper than that—and way more important. Let's talk ... READ MORE

Category: 4-H & Youth, Agriculture, Farm Management, Health & Nutrition, NATURAL RESOURCES, Professional Development, Relationships & Family, UF/IFAS Extension, Work & Life
Tags: Brevard County, Family, Health, Mental Health Awareness, Mental Health Support, Relationships, Self Improvement, Wellness

New Year, Resolutions, and New Habits: Setting Realistic Goals in 2024

by Elizabeth Shephard
January 11, 2024

Happy 2024! As we usher in a new year, many of us are pulling out our resolution lists and thinking about eating in a healthier way. However, with so much information out there about nutrition, it can be overwhelming. But fear not, for we ... READ MORE

Category: , Health & Nutrition, Professional Development, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension, Work & Life
Tags: Food, Goals, Health, New Year, Resolutions

The Marine Resource Education Program Southeast: What Is It & Why Should You Attend

by Holly Abeels
November 29, 2017

Fisheries management is hard. Management of fisheries in the United States dates back to the 1970s. The government realized they needed to come up with a way to manage fisheries within United States waters since other countries were entering ... READ MORE

Category: Coasts & Marine, NATURAL RESOURCES, Professional Development, Recreation, Wildlife
Tags: Fisheries, Natural Resources, Professional Development

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