Category: Professional Development

Legacy Planning Virtual Seminar: gift planning basics to maximize charitable impact

by Caylin Hilton
March 14, 2024

Did you know there are tax-advantageous ways to support the causes you care about? Thoughtful planning and choosing the right gift type can help donors maximize their impact. On April 4, join Florida 4-H's Caylin Hilton and Alex Pribil from ... READ MORE

Category: 4-H & Youth, Clubs & Volunteers, Money Matters, Professional Development, UF/IFAS Extension
Tags: 4-H, 4-H Alumni, 4-H Youth Development, Florida 4-H Foundation, Giving

Florida Women in Agriculture Association

by Entomology Emily
January 11, 2024

A new association for empowerment is in Florida! Extension professionals from the University of Florida and Florida A&M University have come together to create the Florida Women in Agriculture Association. The group is still in the development ... READ MORE

Category: AGRICULTURE, Professional Development, UF/IFAS Extension
Tags: Agriculture, Extension, Florida Women In Agriculture Association, Women

Extension Cares! Psychosocial Support for Extension Mentoring

by Karlibeth Leitheiser
August 7, 2023

An important, and sometimes overlooked, function of a mentor is providing psychosocial support to your mentee. Psychosocial support means providing your mentee with the social and emotional resources they need to overcome obstacles and challenges. ... READ MORE

Category: Professional Development
Tags: Mentorship, PDEC

Do as I Say AND as I Do: Role Modeling for Extension Mentors

by Karlibeth Leitheiser
July 31, 2023

Starting Out Mentors are seasoned professionals in their field and have a unique opportunity to serve as role models for new employees. By sharing your expertise, experiences, and guidance, you can shape the next generation of professionals ... READ MORE

Category: Professional Development
Tags: Mentorship, PDEC

Career Development Tips for Extension Mentors

by Karlibeth Leitheiser
July 24, 2023

Mentors wear a lot of “hats” when performing their duties; friend, role model, guide, and more. One of the most important forms of support a mentor can provide is advice on their mentee’s career advancement. New Extension agents will have ... READ MORE

Category: , Professional Development
Tags: Mentorship, PDEC

Learn from the Qualtrics and Surveys Video Series

by Karlibeth Leitheiser
June 5, 2023

Do you find it challenging to create evaluation surveys? Have you tried using Qualtrics and found it overwhelming and not sure where to begin? The UF/IFAS Program Development and Evaluation Center (PDEC) has launched two video series covering ... READ MORE

Category: , Professional Development
Tags: PDEC, Qualtrics

I have a mentor! Now what?

by Karlibeth Leitheiser
March 29, 2023

Congratulations on starting your new job! Most organizations assign a mentor or ask you to find a mentor. Once you have your mentor, you may ask yourself, “now what”? Your mentor should reach out to you to introduce themself and schedule ... READ MORE

Category: Professional Development, UF/IFAS Extension
Tags: Mentorship, PDEC

A Discussion Guide for Extension Mentors

by Karlibeth Leitheiser
March 13, 2023

I’ve agreed to be a mentor… now what do I do? Building a new relationship with a recently assigned mentee can sometimes be difficult. It is important to provide your mentee with a strong mentor and the resources they need to help them progress ... READ MORE

Category: Professional Development, UF/IFAS Extension
Tags: Mentorship, PDEC

Nature Knowledge Webinar – Schedule and Recordings

by Shelly Johnson
November 1, 2022

Nature Knowledge is an online webinar sharing scientific knowledge on current issues affecting nature in Florida, supported by UF/IFAS Extension and hosted by Dr. Shelly Johnson, State Specialized Agent in Natural Resources. See below for ... READ MORE

Category: EVENTS, NATURAL RESOURCES, Professional Development, UF/IFAS Extension, Water
Tags: Conservation, Natural Resources, Nature Knowledge, Wildlife, Wildlife Ecology And Conservation

Aquatic Weed Control Short Course

by UF/IFAS Bookstore
August 22, 2022

Where is IFASBOOKS this week? Aquatic Weed Control Short Course August 22-25 Orlando, Florida (Registration Closed) For over 45 years, the University of Florida has offered training and continuing education for Florida's pesticide applicators ... READ MORE

Category: Professional Development, UF/IFAS Extension
Tags: Aquatic Weed Control Short Course, UF IFAS Extension Bookstore

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