RCE Extension 360

Rachel Lyons and Kathleen Howell
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The Extension 360 podcast highlights the programs of Rutgers Cooperative Extension and the people that make them possible. Through engaging interviews with faculty and staff - including agents, educators, and researchers, the podcast explores the impact that RCE has on the daily lives of the citizens of New Jersey. The wide-ranging conversations explore topics around agriculture, natural resources, food systems, nutrition, health & wellness, youth development and more.

  1. 03/09/2023

    The Future of Extension with Claudia Urdanivia

    In this episode of Extension 360, we chat with Claudia Urdanivia.  Claudia serves as the Senior 4-H Program Coordinator in Hudson County, NJ.  She joined Rutgers Cooperative Extension during the pandemic and has grown the Hudson County 4-H program in that short time.  Claudia is passionate about food security, food systems, and urban agriculture and exposing young people to all of these topics.     Rachel and Kathleen talk with Claudia about her work and what led her to a career with RCE in the area of 4-H Youth Development.

    34 min

  2. 02/08/2023

    The Future of Extension with Kate Brown

    In this episode of Extension 360, we chat with Kate Brown.  Kate is a Program Associate in the Department of Agriculture & Natural Resources stationed in Burlington County.  She shared about her work with farm safety and other related projects.     Rachel and Kathleen talk with Kate about her work and what led her to Cooperative Extension.

    23 min

  3. 01/19/2023

    Leading Extension with Dr. Brad Hillman

    In this episode of Extension 360, we chat with Dr. Bradley Hillman.  Brad served as the Director of the New Jersey Agricultural Experiment Station for nearly 15 years until 2015.  He has been a professor in the Department of Plant Biology for 35 years. Over the course of his career, his research has focused on virus diseases of blueberry and cranberry, two of New Jersey's most important crops.     Rachel and Kathleen talk with Brad about his work and what led him to this field of study and to a career at a land-grant university.  Brad also shares his knowledge about the land-grant university system as well as his personal philosophy and advice for success.

    51 min

  4. 12/08/2022

    Extension Excellence with Laura Bovitz

    In this episode of Extension 360, we chat with Laura Bovitz, Middlesex County 4-H Agent. Laura's Project GIFT program is celebrating its 25th anniversary this year! Rachel and Kathleen talk with Laura about two of Laura's signature programs - Project GIFT and EWeek.  Laura shares her thoughts and philosophies on excellence in Extension programming.  She shares how she approaches his work and creates opportunities for youth in Middlesex County and beyond.

    36 min

  5. 11/17/2022

    Extension Excellence with Shailja Mathur

    In this episode of Extension 360, we chat with Shailja Mathur, the recipient of 2020 Mary Jane Willis Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion Award.  Shailja currently serves as an FCHS senior program coordinator with Rutgers Cooperative Extension in Middlesex County.    Rachel and Kathleen talk with Cecilia about her current work.  Shailja shares her philosophies and strategies for Extension programming.  She shares her family connection with Extension and her personal journey to an Extension career.

    31 min

  6. 11/03/2022

    Extension Excellence with Janice McDonnell

    In this episode of Extension 360 we talk to Janice McDonnell about the 2022 National 4-H STEM Challenge designed by the Rutgers University team she lead over the past year.  The challenge, Explorers of the Deep, aims to improve young people's ocean literacy while learning about the glider technology used by Rutgers scientists to better understand the oceans and our planet. Rachel and Kathleen talk with Janice about her work as the STEM Agent for New Jersey 4-H and how Janice's background in marine science and her ability to connect with researchers across disciplines has resulted in a wide array of unique opportunities for 4-H youth in New Jersey and beyond.  Janice shares about her career at Rutgers and provides advice to others looking to get started on a similar career path.

    28 min

  7. 10/06/2022

    Leading Extension with Dr. Laura Lawson

    In this episode of Extension 360 we meet with Dr. Laura Lawson.  Dr. Lawson is the Executive Dean of the School of Environmental and Biological Sciences and the Director of the New Jersey Agricultural Experiment Station here at Rutgers University.   Her scholarship focuses on urban agriculture, community open space, and community-based participation in planning and design.  Rachel and Kathleen talk with Dean Lawson about the Rutgers Academic Master Plan and how it applies to RCE and the NJAES.  Laura shares about her career and provides advice to faculty and staff.

    42 min

  8. 07/07/2022

    Leading Extension with Peggy Brennan-Tonnetta

    In this episode of Extension 360, we chat with Peggy Brennan-Tonetta.  Peggy is the Director of Resource and Economic Development for the Rutgers New Jersey Agricultural Experiment Station. In this role, she is responsible for all NJAES off-campus facilities including research farms, marine research stations and business incubators.   Rachel and Kathleen talk with Peggy about her distinguished record of developing and leading economic development initiatives at the New Jersey Agricultural Experiment Station, Rutgers University, and the state.  Peggy shares about her career at Rutgers and provides advice to others looking to get started on a similar career path.

    35 min
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The Extension 360 podcast highlights the programs of Rutgers Cooperative Extension and the people that make them possible. Through engaging interviews with faculty and staff - including agents, educators, and researchers, the podcast explores the impact that RCE has on the daily lives of the citizens of New Jersey. The wide-ranging conversations explore topics around agriculture, natural resources, food systems, nutrition, health & wellness, youth development and more.

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  • Creator
    Rachel Lyons and Kathleen Howell
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2023
  • Episodes
    24
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2021 Rutgers University
  • Show Website
    RCE Extension 360