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HARDIN COUNTY OFFICE
Located at 201 Peterson Dr. Elizabethtown, KY
Phone: (270) 765-4121 4H Agents: Bonnie Jolly and
Marla Stillwell Horticulture Agent: Amy
Aldenderfer Family & Consumer
Sciences Agent: Teran Ransom
Ag Agents: Doug Shepherd and Matt Adams
MISSION STATEMENTWhat is Cooperative Extension?
Extension the direct link partnership between the Land-grant universities and the county for the advancement in agriculture and well-being for the common person.
Mission:Advance in agriculture, the environment, human health, and well-being, and communities.
Who receives services:Any citizen that lives in the established corresponding county the Extension office is located in.
Why I Chose…… ExtensionI Chose The Hardin County Extension Office for numerous reasons:
• Passion for Kids
• Previous Experience
• Recent Internship
• Believer in the organization
• Relationships with Staff
THE USE… (OR NON-USE) OF NEW MEDIA New Media Used: Facebook
Facebook is used but not as effective as it should Potential uses: Promoting of events, General information, communication
between Volunteers, members, and general public
Q: Why isn’t it used as it should be?
A: Differences between agents
Still uses monthly newsletters via email and home mailing
Which is actual the county’s best form of promotion! (believe it or not)
BRIDGING THE GAP
Potential Areas of Improvements Potential Benefits:
Communication with Volunteers
4H Camp
Promoting of Events
Many of the Volunteers have and are active users of Facebook.
Great way to keep Parents/guardians updated with kids.
Once again, people interested can be connected to the “When and Where” of events.
PLAN OF IMPROVEMENT
Suggested Ideas: Possibly educate staff members on how to use Facebook effectively Delegate this task to a devoted Volunteer.