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IN THIS ISSUE... ...Word from the
Associate Director - Extension and Applied Research WORD FROM THE
ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR - EXTENSION AND APPLIED RESEARCH My focus with this Tuesday message is on Number 1. So often the annual conference committee will get feedback from individuals like "such and such speaker didn't give me anything that I could use in my work." And, as the committee reflects on that speaker, it becomes evident that the individual submitting that comment may not have been in the frame of mind to grow professionally. Our inspirational speaker at the 2006 Annual Conference was John G. Miller, author of QBQ. The primary messages of his presentation were on personal accountability. "WHAT can I do to adapt to the CHANGING world and continue to DEVELOP MYSELF?," and "HOW can I better serve THEM helping THEM reach THEIR goals?" His messages fit with the first goal of Annual Conference and each of us in our personal accountability. Annual Conference 2007 is full of speakers and content that is designed to help one grow professionally, to help one see the world in which we operate from a little different perspective. Not every presentation will be instantly useful in your everyday work. But, every presentation will provide you with an opportunity to expand your perspective and ideas of the organization, who we are, what we are about, and how we might better serve the public in Kansas and the world. I also recall a most powerful statement of personal commitment that is comprised of ten two-letter words, "If it is to be, it is up to me." Wear your name badge, and we will see you next week at Annual Conference! --Daryl Buchholz dbuchhol@ksu.edu
COMPLETE
PROGRAM FOR ANNUAL CONFERENCE IS ON THE WEB
BENEFITS
UPDATES
PLAN YEAR 2008 EMPLOYEE OPEN ENROLLMENT MEETINGS
ENGAGEMENT
SYMPOSIUM The Center for Engagement and Community Development (CECD) and Kansas Campus Compact are bringing together a diverse group of K-State faculty to discuss their engaged work with significant issues facing Kansans. Faculty from across campus will discuss their engaged research and engaged teaching through service learning and experiential learning. Some of the topics presented will include: promoting healthy behaviors, expanding public engagement in civil dialog, preserving historic neighborhoods, creating collaborative learning centers with seniors, and improving water quality through community partnerships. This symposium is designed to highlight the engaged work happening at K-State, foster dialog among participants, and generate potential new ways of conceiving and conducting research and teaching. Participants will also hear about the next round of engagement incentive grants offered through the Center for Engagement and Community Development. This symposium is free and open to the public. For more information, please visit our website at http://www.ksu.edu/cecd . --Dan Kahl, Extension Liaison dkahl@oznet.ksu.edu
4-H CLOVER NIGHT It is best to park in the Vet Med parking complex and walk across the street or park on side streets south of Jardine Apartments. For more specific directions, see me at Conference or pick up a campus map at the kiosk by the union. --Jo Ellen Arnold jearnold@ksu.edu
RETIREMENT RECEPTION FOR KAREN ELLIOTT Cards and letters can be sent to: Johnson County Extension office, 11811 S. Sunset Drive, Ste. 1500, Olathe, KS 66061 or e-mailed to chelsey.wasem@jocogov.org . For more information, contact Chelsey Wasem at 913-715-7000. --Chelsey Wasem chelsey.wasem@jocogov.org
LUNCH-TIME SPANISH LANGUAGE CONVERSATION GROUP The group is open to anyone interested in practicing their Spanish while discussing production agriculture issues. The group is moderated by one or more native Spanish-speakers. Bring your own lunch. --Chris Reinhardt cdr3@ksu.edu
NELD: NORTH CENTRAL 2008 This is class XIV for the program consisting of four three-day seminars designed to build leadership in Cooperative Extension at all organizational levels. NELD: North Central is a program of the 12 North Central States and Penn State University. This program is sponsored by the North Central states’ Extension Services and in 2008 will be coordinated by Purdue Extension. Including the 2008 delegates, 34 K-State Research and Extension faculty have participated in NELD: North Central. If you are interested in future classes or learning more about the program, contact Marie Blythe at 785-532-6775 or mblythe@ksu.edu . --Marie Blythe ITCH MITE PUBLICATION AVAILABLE K-State Research and Extension reported widespread outbreaks of itching bites in various Midwestern communities that have occurred over the last few years. Entomologist Alberto Broce has written a fact sheet on the culprit. Publication MF2806, Oak Leaf Itch Mite, describes the pest, symptoms and control. You can download it from http://www.oznet.ksu.edu/library/entml2/MF2806.pdf
MARIE'S PICK OF THE WEEK Thirty-six limited-resource youths learned how to prepare a healthy
snack using safe practices. Twenty-seven high school students who learned quality nutrition and
life skills information are better equipped for independent living. Community members are better able to make wise eating choices and
have resources to reduce unhealthy components from their daily menus. --Marie Blythe mblythe@ksu.edu
IMPROVE YOUR YIELD: A KSU FOUNDATION
MESSAGE Absentee landowners, in particular, may realize just two percent return from cash rent or share crop income. Converting appreciated real estate into a Charitable Remainder Unitrust (CRUT) with the Kansas State University Foundation offers an attractive alternative. A CRUT often increases current income, provides a generous income tax charitable deduction, avoids capital gains tax, eliminates estate and probate costs, and allows donors to support their favorite program or project. If the land is sold outright and the proceeds left in the estate, long term capital gain tax rates of 15 percent, and estate tax rates up to 45 percent may apply. With a tax saving CRUT, 35 percent income tax is saved and lifetime income could provide to an individual or a wealth replacement for heirs. For example, gifting property with a cost basis of $20,000 and current value of $100,000 may provide $35,000 in income tax savings and $12,000 in capital gains savings. The total savings of $47,000 means the net cost of the gift is only $53,000. Lifetime income is based on the $100,000 sale price. For more information, contact a member of the KSU Foundation=s Gift Planning Department at 800-432-1578. As always, please consult your legal, tax or financial adviser before making any financial decisions. --Gordon Dowell gordond@found.ksu.edu
VIEW THE MASTER SCHEDULE OR ADD NEW ACTIVITIES AND EVENTS
Submit corrections to previously submitted items to
jzarger@ksu.edu .
DATES TAKEN FROM THE MASTER SCHEDULE FOR OCTOBER 17, 2007, THROUGH
OCTOBER 23, 2007: Thursday, October 18, through Friday, October 19 Sunday, October 21, through Thursday, October 25 Monday, October 22, through Tuesday, October 23
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