Waynesburg U. hosts Penn State Extension roundtable

Waynesburg University hosted Penn State Extension's Greene County "Day in the County" roundtable at the University's off-campus Alston Farm Tuesday, Sept. 10, to explore future uses of the farm and a potential partnership with the Extension.

Penn State Extension's biannual meeting is held with the purpose of discussing the impact made by the Extension in the county and exploring future collaboration and community education opportunities. In attendance included Extension educators, staff and leadership, County Commissioners, and community partners from Greene County, Penn State and Waynesburg University.

Focused on offering accessible science-based information to people, businesses and communities in Pennsylvania, Penn State Extension provides face-to-face and online educational materials aimed to address problems in the area and take advantage of opportunities for improvement. Topics covered include 4-H youth development; energy, business and community vitality; food safety and quality; agronomy and natural resources; food, families and health; horticulture; and animal systems.

Waynesburg University President Douglas G. Lee hosted a tour of Alston Farm and participated in a discussion regarding the collaboration between the two institutions for enhancing programming and resources for the University and Greene County residents.

The well-preserved historic house, log cabin, barn and work shed, along with 52 acres, presents tremendous collaborative opportunities between these two institutions that create greater learning experiences for the students and public alike.

Alston Farm was donated to Waynesburg University with the purpose of offering opportunities for student and faculty outcomes, new and expanded student instruction and community outreach.

Consistently ranked a best value school, Waynesburg University's Strategy for the 21st Century affirms its commitment to developing an entrepreneurial mindset and ethical leadership skills for all students. Rooted in its mission of faith, learning and service, the private, Christian university is located on a traditional campus in the hills of southwestern Pennsylvania, with an additional site for graduate and professional programs in Southpointe.

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