Who We Are
University of Illinois Extension is the community-based outreach arm of the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. We are the link between the University and the residents of DuPage County. U of I Extension programs are aimed at making life better, healthier, safer and more profitable for individuals and their communities. Our goal is to provide a variety of research-based information to help all our neighbors improve quality of life, develop skills and solve problems.
What We Do
Locally, we offer information in the areas of:
Horticulture & Environment -- Providing horticulture programs and resources for residents, as well as training Master Gardener and Master Naturalist volunteers to serve our communities.
Health & Wellness -- Promoting healthy lifestyles through education on nutrition, food safety and preservation, chronic disease management, and overall physical wellness
Illinois Nutrition Education Program -- Partnering with a variety of community organizations to ensure low-income families have access to information on good nutrition and physical activity
4-H Youth Development -- Providing 4-H clubs, learning enrichment, and other outreach that allow youth to feel a sense of belonging, develop independence, practice generosity, and experience mastery.
Details
| (630) 955-1123 | |
| (630) 955-1180 | |
| roby@illinois.edu | |
| Deanna Roby-Vorgias | |
| County Director | |
| http://go.illinois.edu/extensiondkk |