Was able to catch one of Illinois Extension Illini Science Policy Scholars in action, Kenny Adesina, for soil health advocacy day at the state capitol.
Illinois Extension Illini Science Policy Scholars met in Springfield last Thursday to learn more about state government, informing policy, and advocacy.
Great day to share about the Illini Science Policy Scholars Program at the Extension Annual Conference. – at Springfield, IL
ALT ISPP Director Evangeline Pianfetti and ISPP Scholar Kehinde Adesina
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It’s great to see current (Charles) and former (Adrienne) Illini Science Policy Program Scholars working alongside important partners on issues of broadband expansion and adoption in Illinois.
FMI on the Illini Science Policy Program and how to apply --> extension.illinois.edu/ispp.
@UofILSystem's Associate VP Kyle Harfst joined broadband coordinators Shubhika Agarwal, Robbie McBeath, Adrienne Pickett, and Illini Science Policy Scholar Chukwuemezie Charles Emejuo at today’s Illinois Association of County Board Members County Broadband Summit in Springfield.
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As the next generation of public policy leaders, a new cohort of Illini Science Policy Program Scholars works to address the needs of Illinois’ diverse communities by partnering with Extension mentors, Illinois legislative offices, and state agencies.
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GAMEDAY ALERT.....Boys Soccer takes on our crosstown rival Central Marroons today with JV at 4:30pm and Varsity after. Get your popcorn ready!! Time to eat fellas!! #ChargerCountry #PianfettiIsReady #KarimDaDream
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Help me give a warm 🙌🏾 #TeamLG welcome to this year's @ILextension Illini Science Policy Scholar, Patrobas Sirabo Wafula!
Patrobas just completed his Master of Laws (LLM) with a concentration in International and Comparative Law. He will be with my office through next July.
ALT Photo of Patrobas Sirabo Wafula.
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Yesterday, Illini Science Policy Program donor @PepsiCo welcomed Illinois Extension and ISP Scholars to celebrate the impact past and present Scholars are making in the public sector to pursue policy changes for the good of all #ILLINOIS residents.
ALT Pictured (L to R): Angelica Alfaro (Assistant Director of External Relations and Communications, U of I System); Susan Ogwal (former ISPP Scholar and Policy Director at Office of Lt. Governor Stratton); Evangeline Pianfetti (Director ISPP, Illinois Extension); Skye Lewis (former ISPP Scholar); Monserrat Carillo-Rodriguez (Scholar); Angie Barnard (Executive Director, Illinois 4-H Foundation), Steve Wald (Assistant Director of Government Relations, Illinois Extension); Kenny Thompson (VP External Affairs, PepsiCo), Rafael Hurtado (Associate Manager of External Affairs, PepsiCo); Taylor Lustig (Director of External Affairs, PepsiCo); and (not pictured) Armando Saleh (Director of Government Affairs, PepsiCo) and Damian Boler (Director of Human Resources, PepsiCo).
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Shoutout to our Wrestling Team as we place 6th out of 24 teams at the Marty Williams Tournament in Mahomet Saturday. Another Solid outing by all the boys. Big Ups to Jack Barnhart for taking 1st place at 220 pounds. #JustASophomore #IfItAintBlueItAintTrue
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It's official! The @IHSAState Boys Basketball Tournament will return to the @StateFarmCenter this March 11-13, 2021! Season ticket inquiries can be found here: fightingillini.com/ihsabb
#legendsplayhere #visitchampaign
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We are seeking input on proposed uses for Federal COVID-19 Stimulus funds. You can view the Amended FY 2019/20 Annual Action Plan at champaignil.gov/AnnualAction…
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The City of Champaign participated in the #IStayHomeFor Challenge with a video of City elected officials and staff explaining why they're staying home. Who are you staying home for? vimeo.com/408017887/1e5198c9…
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UPDATE: C-U public health director says 'we have to operate under the assumption that we have' other cases, 'and we probably have a lot of them.' news-gazette.com/news/local/…
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Apply to be an Illini Science Policy Fellow! Fellows are matched with a government agency or legislative office for a year, gaining valuable experience in public service and community outreach. More information ⬇️
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Nicholas is working on his Eagle Project. Link to support: Web igfn.us/form/KTsOdQ or
Text ICUBAGS to 41444
Nicholas is working on his Eagle Scout Project. Link to support: Web link: igfn.us/form/KTsOdQ or Text: ICUBAGS to 41444
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Good to see some Charger wrestlers working hard at the Perler Camp this week!
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Our @CUSF_NOW series continues w/...
— @maroonathletics & @purduesports star, architect Janelle Johnson: bit.ly/2HrBJk2.
— @CHAR_GERS product, @champaigncity mayor @debfrankfeinen: bit.ly/2qxQVBX.
— @UrbanaHS, @NBCNews' @suekroll: bit.ly/2Hne7NC.
