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We learn and work together across Colorado to exchange, develop and apply knowledge, empowering individuals and communities to thrive.
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CSU’s Office of Engagement and Extension delivers on its land-grant mission by making the university’s educational programs, services and resources accessible to all, enabling individuals to act as agents of change and together build thriving communities.
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Ways to Connect: Learn About Our Work
CSU Extended Campus
Are you looking to enhance your knowledge or grow personally and professionally? CSU Extended Campus, including CSU Online, provides affordable access to exceptional online and distance education including degree, certificate and professional education programs from Colorado State University.
CSU Extension
Access the resources, knowledge and tools you need. CSU Extension empowers Coloradans to address important and emerging community issues using dynamic, science-based educational resources.
Colorado Water Center
The Colorado Water Center leads interdisciplinary research, education, and outreach to address complex and evolving water-related challenges in Colorado and beyond.
Choose a Topic Area to Browse Resources
Learn about different topics of interest to you. Find ways to engage, connect, learn and work together to co-create solutions to community needs.
Economic & Community Development
Get answers to questions about financial literacy, elder or child-care issues, or get involved in your community.
Emergency Planning & Resources
Access resources on drought, fire and flood to help plan, prepare and recover.
Food & Agriculture
Access research-based information on a broad range of food and agricultural topics.
Health & Well-Being
Promote health and wellness in your community and access resources that help you navigate issues, concerns and needs.
Natural Resources & Sustainability
Access resources for topics such as yard and garden, native plants, water and wildlife.
Youth & Family Development
Help today’s youth grow into tomorrow’s leaders through resources and programs such as Colorado 4-H.
Program Spotlight
Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program (EFNEP)
EFNEP is a federally funded program implemented through land-grant universities that uses education to support participants’ efforts toward self-sufficiency, nutritional health, and well-being. EFNEP combines hands-on learning and applied science to address nutrition insecurity in low-income populations that disproportionately experience poor health. EFNEP teaches the skills to make healthier choices, save money, increase self-sufficiency and improve overall well-being.