CANR News

Category: Cooperative Extension

January 05, 2023 Written by Katie Young

Undergraduate Community Engagement Summer Scholars applications open

December 09, 2024 | Written by Tabitha Groh, Photo by Evan Krape

Community Engagement Summer Scholars spend 10 weeks (20-25 hours per week) during the summer in pursuit of their projects in partnership with a nonprofit, governmental, community-based action research, or service-based corporate activity while simultaneously pursuing academic reflection under the guidance of a UD faculty mentor. Preference is given to Delaware-based projects.
Ways to Make Your Holidays Less Financially Stressful

December 04, 2024 | Written by: Kelly Sipple, Health & Well-Being Financial Literacy Extension Agent

The holiday season is rapidly approaching, and many people are starting to feel the pressure of the upcoming financial strain. According to an article in Forbes, "7 out of 10 Americans exceed their budgets during the holidays."
Time to Check-in

December 02, 2024 | Written by Fontella Taylor-Martin, Extension Agent, 4-H Youth Development Grant Manager

As we approach the holidays and come to grips with closing yet another year, it is critical to check in with ourselves and reset our mental health. This time of year, daily tasks are potentially stressful and overwhelming. From the chaos of shopping, cooking, and baking; to the stress of travel, decorating, and spending time with friends and family – we can become exhausted just thinking about our pending list of responsibilities.