{"id":1795,"date":"2025-08-22T09:37:38","date_gmt":"2025-08-22T16:37:38","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blogs.oregonstate.edu\/extintern\/?p=1795"},"modified":"2025-08-29T13:05:37","modified_gmt":"2025-08-29T20:05:37","slug":"osu-extension-intern-supports-communities-through-resource-access","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blogs.oregonstate.edu\/extintern\/2025\/08\/22\/osu-extension-intern-supports-communities-through-resource-access\/","title":{"rendered":"OSU Extension intern supports communities through resource access"},"content":{"rendered":"

My summer with Oregon State University Extension has been very fulfilling, and I have learned
\na lot through this experience. My knowledge has deepened, and I have created new connections
\nwith my community. I am grateful for this opportunity and the memories I made.<\/p>\n

\n \"\"\n
Ashley Treadwell assists students in preparing snacks after a tour through the garden. Photo: Rachel Sorensen<\/figcaption>\n <\/figure>\n

One of my favorite parts of my internship was visiting elementary schools each week to teach the
\nGrowing Healthy Kids curriculum to 1st graders. During the final week, we took the students to
\nthe community garden so they could see firsthand how food is grown. My supervisor, volunteers
\nand co-workers each led small groups of students through the garden, pointing out the various
\nfruits and vegetables being cultivated. The students were ecstatic and eager to learn about
\neverything the garden had to offer.<\/p>\n

After the tour, we provided snacks and refreshments. Using Food Hero recipes, we prepared
\nranch, black bean dip and hummus to spread on crackers; then the students decorated their
\ncrackers with an assortment of vegetables. Each group thoroughly enjoyed their time in the
\ngarden and walked away having learned a lot.<\/p>\n

One challenge I overcame during my internship this year was becoming more comfortable
\nspeaking in front of large groups. While I know there is still room for growth, I feel my skills
\nhave become more solid and I have gained greater confidence. This is a skill I can directly apply
\nto many areas of my life, whether in college or in my future career and one that will be valuable
\nfor a lifetime.<\/p>\n

A key takeaway that I have from my time at Extension is that a positive change within a
\ncommunity begins with access to resources. Many people have the motivation to live healthier
\nlives, but may not know where to begin. Oregon State University Extension offers guidance and
\nresources to help bridge that gap and empower individuals to make that step.<\/p>\n

-Ashley Treadwell<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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