Tricia Braxton

Senior Coordinator, Extension Partnerships, Programs & People Engagement

Office: (702) 948-5975 Ext: 5975
Fax: (702) 222-3100
Email: TBraxtonPerry@unr.edu
Website: https://extension.unr.edu/youth-horticulture/default.aspx
Address: 8050 Paradise Road, Suite 100, Las Vegas, Nevada 89123-1904
Representing: Clark County - Las Vegas, Nevada
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Summary

Tricia has vast career experience providing youth-centered programming for youth and families in New York City and Las Vegas from diverse socio-economic and cultural backgrounds, including adjudicated youth. She has managed several research and evidence-based programs for the University of Nevada, Reno Extension. Her current work focus involves leading Extension's efforts to improve service to underserved populations, bridging UNR Extension's programs that are instrumental in strengthening community partnerships, promoting stakeholder engagement, and supporting educational outcomes to diverse participants and communities. Tricia engages multiple Extension program areas and disciplines, (including children, youth, and family, 4-H, and civic engament) to enhance community access and program delivery to all.

Education

Our Lady of Good Counsel High School, White Plains, N.Y.
Howard University, B.A. Political Science, Washington D.C.
University of Nevada, Las Vegas, M.A. Urban Leadership Development, Las Vegas, N.V.
University of Nevada, Las Vegas. Doctor of Public Policy, Las Vegas, NV

Programs
Accomplishments
Service
Publications

Programs

Master Gardener taking grape inspection notes on a clipboard

Research Center & Demonstration Orchard

Researching new varieties of fruit producing trees, vines and other plant materials in sustainable ways for the Mojave Desert climate.

Youth Horticulture Education Program

Youth Horticulture Education Program is the premier program of horticulture projects that involve youth, families and educators.

Honors and Awards

2022 College of Agriculture, Biotechnology & Natural Resources Award of Excellence Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
2017 Dedicated Service Award Honoring Outstanding Performance
2017 Southern Nevada Science Teachers Association Certificate of Appreciation
2016 Las Vega Urban League Certificate of Appreciation

Accomplishments

Funding

Braxton Perry, T., (2022). United HealthCare Sponsored Gift. Developing Youth Interest in STEM-Related CAreers with Hydroponics. $10,000

Braxton Perry, T., (2020). Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield Sponsored Gift. Developing Youth Interest in STEM-Related Careers with Hydroponics. $20,000

Payne, P., O'Callaghan, A., & Braxton Perry, T. (2020). Expanding Access to Youth Horticulture Education: A Life Skills Approach. Funded by the National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA) $50,000

Lindsay, A. & Braxton Perry, T. (2015-16). All 4 Kids©: Healthy, Happy, Active, Fit. Funded by USDA, FNS, Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program-Education (SNAP-Ed) $251,957

Posters & Presentations

Braxton Perry, T. (April 2023). Participatory Leadership to Promote Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in a College Environment. National Extension and Research Administrative Officers Conference (NEROAC), Nashville, TN

Gordan-Mora, E., Gayles, P., Braxton Perry., T., McClinton, M. (June 2022). Let's Talk About Juneteenth. Dialogue, Equity, and Democracy Series. University of Nevada, Reno Office of Diversity and Inclusion video recording to observe Juneteenth

Braxton Perry, T., Jacob, Y. (February 2022). Learn, Grow, Eat, & Go! Early Childhood Curriculum Pilot Project. Presentation at 2022 Junior Master Gardener Program National Leader Training Conference, College Station, TX (Author and presenter)

Braxton Perry, T. (February 2020). Youth Horticulture Education Program: Promoting Plant Science Education in Southern Nevada. Presentation at 2020 Junior Master Gardener Program National Leader Training Conference, College Station, TX

Robinson, M.L., O’Callaghan, A., Anderson, J., Braxton Perry, T. (October 2019). Using Vertical Farming And Other Hydroponic Methods As Part Of An Educational Program For The Community. Poster presented at VertiFarm 2019 International Workshop on Vertical Farming, Wageningen, The Netherlands

Braxton Perry, T., Garay, L. (April 2017). 4-H S.T.E.A.M. Professional Development: Fostering Experiential Learning in the Classroom. Poster presented at the Southern Nevada Science Teachers Association Conference, Las Vegas, NV

Professional Affiliations

Phi Kappa Phi Academic Honor Society
Howard University Alumni Association
University of Nevada Las Vegas Alumni Association

Service

College of Agriculture, Biotechnology & Natural Resources (CABNR) Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Committee (2020-present)
- Position: Chairperson
- Facilitates collaboration of CABNR designated department faculty, staff, and students to develop and support objectives of the University of Nevada, Reno Diversity and Inclusion Strategic Plan
Extension Committee on Organization and Policy (ECOP)-DEI Action Team (2023-present)
- Position: Member
- Contributes to the creation of resources and metrics for ECOP DEI resource clearinghouse
Connecting Hands Offering Lifelong Learning Adventure (CHOLLA)
- Position: Member
- CHOLLA is a consortium of community agencies in Southern Nevada supporting the Clark County School District by providing experiential education to reinforce K-12 classrooms.

News & Journal Articles, Fact Sheets, Reports...

Recipes
Preparing Somen Noodles with Cucumber Water YHEP Manager Tricia Braxton Perry is joined by guest, Christine Kennedy who shares her mother's recipe for Japanese Somen Noodles with cucumber water and other delicious ingredients. Braxton Perry, T. 2020, Extension, University of Nevada, Reno, YHEP Videos
YHEP Summer Recipes, Ep.02: Garden Fresh Eggplant Empanadas Delicious summer empanada dish using hearty eggplant created by Tricia Braxton Perry. Braxton Perry, T. 2020, Extension, University of Nevada, Reno, YouTube Channel
Videos
YHEP: Common Weeds, Ep 04: The Many Uses of Mullein Follow YHEP instructor Ian Ford-Terry up into the mountains as he hikes the cool woodlands in search of an ancient cough remedy! Ford-Terry, I. 2020, Extension, University of Nevada, Reno, YouTube Channel
YHEP: Conservation, Ep 01: Joshua Trees Join YHEP instructor Ian Ford-Terry as he explores the relationship between Joshua Trees and their exclusive pollinators and how you can take part in the conservation of a Mojave Desert icon! Ford-Terry, I. 2020, Extension, University of Nevada, Reno, YouTube Channel
YHEP: Conservation, Ep 02: Joshua Trees Join YHEP Instructor Ian Ford-Terry as he guides you through the process of growing a Joshua Tree from seed as part of a conservation effort to help save the Joshua Trees (and their very specific pollinators)! Ford-Terry, I. 2020, Extension, University of Nevada, Reno, YouTube Channel
YHEP: Conservation, Ep 03: Monarch Container Gardens Join YHEP Instructor Ian Ford-Terry as he shows you how you can help protect the Monarch Butterfly by planting native milkweeds at home! Ford-Terry, I. 2020, Extension, University of Nevada, Reno, YouTube Channel
YHEP: Hydroponics At Home, Ep 01: DIY 2-Liter Bottle Wicking System Join YHEP instructor Ian Ford-Terry as he introduces you to the wonderful world of hydroponics, and walks you through the steps to make a DIY 2-liter bottle, self-wicking hydroponic system! Ford-Terry, I. 2020, Extension, University of Nevada, Reno, YouTube Channel
YHEP: Hydroponics At Home, Ep 02: DIY Aquaponic Ecosystem Dive into this fun "aquaponics" project with YHEP Instructor Ian Ford-Terry! He will teach you the basics of balancing an underwater ecosystem and how you can grow plants using fish waste! Ford-Terry, I. 2020, Extension, University of Nevada, Reno, YouTube Channel
YHEP: Hydroponics At Home, Ep 03: Growing Tomatoes in a 5-Gallon Bucket YHEP Instructor Ian Ford-Terry shows you how you can grow tomatoes year-round in a DIY 5-gallon bucket hydroponic system! Ford-Terry, I. 2020, Extension, University of Nevada, Reno, YouTube Channel
YHEP: Hydroponics at Home, Ep 03: Make Your Own pH Test Kit Join YHEP Instructor Ian Ford-Terry as he walks you through the process of making your own homemade pH testing solution and pH testing strips out of Red Cabbage broth! Ford-Terry, I. 2020, Extension, University of Nevada, Reno, YouTube Channel
YHEP: Hydroponics At Home, Ep 04: DIY Microgreens Grow Tray Microgreens are nutritious and easy to grow! Join YHEP Instructor Ian Ford-Terry as he shows you how to make a low-maintenance microgreens grow tray! Ford-Terry, I. 2020, Extension, University of Nevada, Reno, YouTube Channel
All About Aphids! Aphids are one of the most common garden and landscape pests. Here are a few tips on control. Hansen, N. 2020, Extension, University of Nevada, Reno, YouTube Channel
Grow Cucumbers in the Mojave Desert Join YHEP Instructor Nicole Hansen at the San Miguel Community Garden, as she shows you how you can grow cucumbers here in the Mojave Desert. Hansen, N. 2020, Extension, University of Nevada, Reno, YouTube Channel
Grow Tomatoes in the Mojave Desert This week YHEP Instructor, Nicole Hansen shows you how you can grow tomatoes successfully here in the Mojave Desert. Hansen, N. 2020, Extension, University of Nevada, Reno, YouTube Channel
Okra YHEP Instructor Nicole Hansen shows you how to feel like a professional gardener by growing Okra! Hansen, N. 2020, Extension, University of Nevada, Reno, YouTube Channel
PPE for Summer Gardening and Crops for the Desert Summers - Peppers The Mojave Desert is a unique growing environment. With summer temperatures that can go over 110 degrees Fahrenheit it is imperative that you use the "Right Plant, Right Place" theory. Community-Based Instructor, Nicole Hansen, teaches you how to grow peppers in the desert. Hansen, N. 2020, Extension, University of Nevada, Reno, YouTube Channel
Propagation by Seed Learn how to properly plant a seed! Hansen, N. 2020, Extension, University of Nevada, Reno, YouTube Channel
Propagation of Stems and Leaves Nicole Hansen, of the Youth Horticulture Education Program, teaches how to propagate plants by stem and leaf cuttings. Hansen, N. 2020, Extension, University of Nevada, Reno, YouTube Channel
Something Special is Coming From YHEP! YHEP and Texas A&M University have something very special coming up. Stay Tuned! Hansen, N. 2020, Extension, University of Nevada, Reno, YouTube Channel
Stone Fruits YHEP Instructor, Nicole Hansen teaches you all about stone fruits and shows you how to care for stone fruit trees. Hansen, N. 2020, Extension, University of Nevada, Reno, YouTube Channel
Team YHEP Presents: Hydroponics Harvest and Donations Team YHEP shows you how we harvest and package our hydroponic produce for donation to our food pantry partners throughout Las Vegas! O'Callaghan, A., Braxton-Perry, T., Hansen, N., and Ford-Terry, I., 2020, Extension, University of Nevada, Reno, YouTube Channel