The following publications cover topics related to MU Extension Way. For a complete list of MU Extension publications, visit the main Publications page.
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Section 2: The History and Philosophy of Extension Historical context for Extension
For over 100 years, University of Missouri Extension's mission has been the dissemination of information and knowledge derived from research, study and practical experience to help empower people to lead more productive and satisfying lives.
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Section 5: Duties and Legal Aspects of the County Extension Council
What are the purposes of the University of Missouri Extension council?
The council is the legally responsible group that oversees all activities of University of Missouri Extension at the county level. The council is responsible for carrying out four main duties:
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Section 8: Educational Programs
Improving the quality of life through educational programs is the primary reason for the University of Missouri Extension's existence. Identifying educational needs, planning, implementing and evaluating educational programs is the heart of MU Extension.
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Section 11: Audit Guidelines for Missouri County Extension Councils
An annual audit of county extension council fiscal records and operating procedures is recommended. Depending on the volume and complexity of transactions, a council may elect to:
University of Missouri Extension County Council Best Practices Guide
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In all 114 Missouri counties, an MU county extension council, of elected and appointed citizens, guides local educational programming. County council members are partners in the entire educational process, from needs assessment through program implementation and evaluation of outcomes
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Section 3: University of Missouri Extension Roles and Responsibilities
In extension, three levels of government — federal, state and local — work together. At each of these levels, extension involves many participants. Each participant has defined roles and responsibilities.
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Section 6: The Agenda
University of Missouri Extension council agendas should be the product of recommendations from extension council members and extension faculty and staff. Approximately two weeks prior to the meeting, the council chair and extension engagement specialist should confer to plan the agenda.
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Section 9: Personnel
According to Missouri Statutes 262.560 and 262.587, the University of Missouri shall:
Have responsibility and authority to employ and discharge personnel as it deems necessary and proper for the conduct of extension work within the county and shall prescribe and assign their duties.
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Section 1: Mission of University of Missouri Extension
The primary purpose of the University of Missouri Extension is to serve Missouri by extending the research-based knowledge and problem-solving resources of the University of Missouri System to empower people throughout the state.
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Section 4: The Organization of Missouri Extension
University of Missouri Extension is a unique partnership among federal, state and local governments.
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Section 7: The Council and MU Extension — Partnership
Both University of Missouri Extension and the county extension council have specific powers and duties, several which they must exercise together. MU Extension and the council are partners in the delivery of adult education to Missouri.
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Section 10: County Fiscal Management Funding a county extension program
Funding extension programs is a responsibility shared by the U. S. Department of Agriculture, University of Missouri Extension, and county extension councils.
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Section 13: Working With Committees
This publication is a guide for councils to use in planning and orienting committees. Each committee should define its plan of work each year. Strong committee work leads to more efficient meetings, better decisions and greater involvement of extension council members.
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Section 14: Extension Council’s Role in Marketing University of Missouri Extension
Additional information: MU Extension Integrated Marketing Communications
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Section 12: County Council Membership and Election County council election information
It is advisable that the council have a functioning election committee in place responsible for suggesting and recruiting potential candidates. By September 1, the council and faculty need to begin preparing for the county extension council election.
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