Pioneering New Frontiers

University of Nebraska Cooperative Extension in Lancaster County accomplishes the University of Nebraska’s land-grant mission by delivering reliable, research-based information that you can use every day. Extension uses multiple delivery methods, ranging from direct teaching and publications to exciting new technologies such as satellite delivery and the Internet to link information of value to you and your family.

In our mission of “Putting Knowledge to Work,” we’ve collaborated with more than 240 agencies, organizations, businesses and schools to develop and deliver educational programs which strengthen individuals, families, businesses and communities. Many of our local extension programs have attracted statewide, regional, national and international attention.

During a recent tour (photo right), elected officials and UNL administrators and faculty were able to experience first-hand some of Lancaster County extension’s programs.

With this annual report, we invite you to take an in-depth look at our program accomplishments over the past year.

Gary Bergman, Extension Educator and Unit Leader

About the Extension Board

The extension board serves as an advocate for UNL Cooperative Extension in Lancaster County. The board provides assistance to extension staff in establishing and accomplishing extension education program goals and objectives. Annually, it assists in developing an operating budget and local educational priorities.

The 2003 Extension Board members were:

• Wayne Heyen (pres.)
• Deb Arends (vice pres.)
• Sheila Kepler (sec./treas.)
• Keith Dey
• Alice Doane
• Dean Lesoing
• Kendra Penrod
• Phil Rooney
• Clarice Steffens
• Gaylan Suhr
• Jay Wilkinson