Papers, 1957-[ongoing].

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Papers, 1957-[ongoing].

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This collection (1957-[ongoing]) contains material related to Jerry Parsons' professional career. The records include biographical materials and also papers written by Parsons concerning adult education and 4-H and youth programs. The collection also contains national and Iowa 4-H publications, several of which were authored by Parsons. Some materials of interest are a set of publications created by Parsons for the National 4-H Recognition Program and sent to state 4-H youth staff members. These particular materials are intended to help train 4-H volunteers and staff on how to use recognition to enhance the development of young people.

0.84 linear ft. (2 document boxes).

Iowa State University, Parks Library

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Iowa State University, Parks Library

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4-H Youth Development Program (U.S.)

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Parsons, Gerald Edward, 1931-

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Gerald "Jerry" Edward Parsons was born July 7, 1931, in Iowa City, Iowa. He completed his high school education at the Tipton Consolidated School District in Iowa. Parsons received his B.S. (1952) in agricultural education, his M.S. (1959) in rural sociology, and his Ph.D. (1970) in adult education from Iowa State University. He also studied at the Merrill-Palmer Institute in Detroit, Michigan, in 1968. Parsons served in the United States Navy (1952-1954) after completin...

Iowa State University. Cooperative Extension Service

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The ISU Cooperative Extension Service was founded in 1906, established by the Iowa General Assembly. The Service works with a variety of organizations, agencies, and institutions, and offers programs on agricultural production, conservation of natural resources, family and farm living, 4-H club work, youth development, and community improvement. From the description of Forestry Extension Service publications, 1921-1942. (Iowa State University). WorldCat record id: 48453825 F...

Iowa State University

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On March 22, 1948, Iowa State College (University) sponsored a 90th anniversary celebration in honor of the founding of the college, which occurred on the same date in 1858 when the charter act establishing a state agricultural college became law. The celebration included a symposium, luncheon, departmental open houses, and a dinner. From the description of 90th anniversary collection, 1947-1948. (Iowa State University). WorldCat record id: 54799482 In 1958, Iowa State Colle...