How does the University of Nebraska Impact Dakota County?
The University of Nebraska's presence in Dakota County is through Extension. Educational opportunities come via:
- Classes
- Media releases
- Newsletters
- Publications, Web-Based Seminars and University Classes (undergraduate and graduate)
- Health Fairs
- County Fair
- Ag Days
- Special Events
- Small and Large Group Presentations
- Community and Advisory Committees
- Personal consultations
- Collaboration and Networking
Financing is shared by the Federal Government, the University of Nebraska and Dakota County
Some programing is listed below (more information is available via our home page, linked above and below or by calling or office).
Youth Development & Education
- 4-H
- Volunteer Adult and Older Youth Leadership
- School Enrichment (science & nutrition programs)
- Youth Leadership Development
- Special Project Programs
- Science Education
Agriculture Profitability & Education
- Pesticide Training
- Crop Reserve Program
- Horticulture
- Master Gardener Education
- Crop Management Education
- Youth Farm Safety
- Youth Hazardous Occupation Training
Satellite Classes & Seminars
- University Graduate Level Classes
- Online Seminars
Nutrition Education
- Federally Funded Nutrition Education Program Includes school and pre-school programs and Adult Nutrition classes
- ServSafe -- Restaurant/Food Managers Food Safety Class
- Youth Food Safety/Nutrition classes in schools and pre-schools
Family Education
- Annual Tri-State Child Care Provider's Conference
- Financial Education in the school system.
Community Development
- Family Community Leadership Educational Programs
- Waste Management & Recycling
