About  our College

A founding college of the University, we have a long tradition of excellence in teaching, research and engagement programs that benefit the health and economic vitality of Nevada. We offer programs in:

  • agriculture, horticulture, rangeland & veterinary sciences
  • biochemistry & molecular biology
  • children, youth & families
  • community & economic development
  • health & nutrition
  • natural resources & environmental science

A message from the area director

Extension sparks interest in youth with cosmetic science 

Extension's Honey for Heroes Program provides hands-on training for local veterans

Wildfire Awareness Campaign is underway

Extension and Junior Livestock Association help pull off Junior Livestock Show & 4-H Festival

Extension faculty offer expertise 

Alfaro, H., Kozsan, T., Malloy, M., Wharton, C. 2021, 4-H 4 Nevada Vol 21, Iss 1, Extension, University of Nevada, Reno

Extension Associated Contacts

 

Also of Interest:

 
2023-2024 Clark County 4-H Volunteer Impact Report
This report highlights the achievements of the Clark County 4-H volunteer program in the 2023-2024 year and looks at opportunities to further enhance our volunteer efforts.
Tesar, R. 2025, University of Nevada, Reno Reports
4-H Shooting Sports T-Shirt Design Contest
Show off your creativity by entering the Nevada 4-H Shooting Sports T-Shirt Design Contest! Submit your design for the new 4-H Shooting Sports t-shirt!
Williams, Kristina 2025, Extension, University of Nevada, Reno
Why we volunteer: Stories from 4-H leaders in Clark County
The success of Extension's 4-H Youth Development Program in Clark County is driven by the dedication and enthusiasm of its volunteers. Hear the experiences of several volunteers who are generously sharing their time, knowledge and energy to mentor young people, fostering skills, ...
Tesar, R. 2025, Extension | University of Nevada, Reno
students sitting around library table
4-H 21st Century Community Learning Center Program at Valley High School, Evaluation Report 2023-2024
The University of Nevada Cooperative Extension implemented the 4-H 21st Century Community Learning Center (CCLC) Program at Valley High School in Las Vegas for its third year in 2023-2024. The Center for Program Evaluation (CPE) at the University of Nevada, Reno was the external ...
Christiansen, E; Saunders, S; Garcia-Aguilera, C.; Karandikar, S; Luna, N; Quan-Lopez, H. 2024, Extension, University of Nevada, Reno
Clark County, Las Vegas, Nevada 4-H 2021-2022 Program Evaluation Report
In the 2021-2022 4-H program year, the Clark County Extension team reached 11,867 youth participants. This report is an overview of the evaluation.
Luna, N. and Solis-Leon J. 2023, Extension, University of Nevada, Reno, County Report