1890 Extension Program at UMES

Educating People to Help Themselves

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Our Mission 

Maryland Cooperative Extension is a statewide educational organization funded by federal, state, and local governments that brings research-based knowledge directly to individuals, families, and communities. Its mission is to educate citizens to apply practical, research-based knowledge to critical issues facing individuals, families, communities, the State, and our global partners.

The 1890 Extension Program, headquartered at the University of Maryland Eastern Shore in Princess Anne, Maryland, is targeted to diverse audiences with special emphasis on those with limited resources to help them improve their quality of life. The 1890 Extension Program in Maryland is administered by Dr. Henry Brooks.

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For more information, contact Katherine Harting

Last updated: 09/26/2007

Nick's Notes
MCE Administrative updates - posted Aug 1, 2008

County Extension Coordinator Announced
The frist MCE - County Extension Coordinator will begin the role on September 2, 2008 - posted Jul 31, 2008

EFNEP Recognized
The MCE-Baltimore City Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program was recently highlighted in Baltimore's Blueprint to Reduce Childhood Obesity. - posted Jul 28, 2008

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