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2013 4-H U Information
When: June 18-21, 2013
Where: LSU Campus in Baton Rouge
Who: 4-H members 13 years old (before January 1) and older
How much: $100, varies by parish and housing
What is 4-H U?
Louisiana 4-H’ers will compete for best in the state in more than 40 events ranging from plant identification, photography and computer simulation to speechmaking and fashion design. In addition, almost 300 students will take part in the noncompetitive learning event called Clover College, which includes seven hours of instruction over the three days.
During 4-H U, participants will be introduced to aspects of life that college students experience on an everyday basis. Students will tour a working dairy, a biomedical center and athletic facilities. Students will also get to see how college students live during the week by residing in campus dormitories, eating at campus dining halls and even going through the rigors of scheduling classes.
4-H members who were 13 years old before January 1 are eligible to attend 4-H University to be held on the campus of LSU in Baton Rouge. 4-H U gives you the opportunity to meet 4-H'ers from throughout the state and compete for trips and prizes through a variety of project-area contests.
For more information, contact your local parish 4-H agent.
The Contests
Would you like to learn more about technology, sports broadcasting, career preparation, public speaking, Plant Science, Nutrition, or Fashion, then 4-H University contests is the place for you this summer. Over 40 contests are available for 4-H members to participate in during 4-H University week. All contest rules and eligibility are listed in this section, explore the rules and awards and call your parish 4-H agent to get involved. Your parish 4-H agent and volunteers will provide specific guidelines, training materials and opportunities in each contest. Each of the contests offers trips, prizes, or competition in national contests around the country.
4-H Has Talent
Agriculture Demonstration
ATV Safety
Automotive care, safety, and driving
Career Preparation Interview
Child Development
Compact Tractor
Computer Simulation
Consumer Decision making
Consumer Foods Judging
Dairy Judging
Diesel Equipment Operations
Dog Science
Entomology Demonstration Team
Environmental Threat Resolution
Environmental Conservation Illustrated Talk
Family and Consumer Science Demonstration
Fashion Revue – Casual Wear
Fashion Revue – Creative Choice
Fashion Revue – Designer's Choice
Fashion Revue – Ready To Wear
Fishing Sports
Food Science Contest
Forestry
Horticulture Demonstration – Use and General
Horticulture Judging
Insect ID
Louisiana Chef
Meat Evaluation, Judging, and ID
The Next 4-H Food Star
Outdoor Skills Triathalon
Photography
Plant Science
Poultry Judging
Public Speaking – any other than cooperatives
Public Speaking – Cooperatives
Solutions Unlimited
Soybean Illustrated Talk
Sports Broadcasting Contest
Teens Driving Teens to Safety
Wildlife Habitat Judging Contest
Contest Rules
Clover College
An opportunity to explore the world of sports, make a video and support military youth, investigate forensics, learn financial management, bring out the actor in you, be a fashion expert, test your healthy decision-making skills are all noncompetitive tracks offered at 4-H University in Clover College. A total of 7 hours of interactive and fun presentations on these topics are available during 4-H University on June 18-21, 2013. Presenters will include LSU faculty, LSU AgCenter faculty and special guests from around the state. It’s an opportunity to bring programs back to your home parish and communities. Contact your parish 4-H agent about opportunities in Clover College.
2013 Tracks:
Going to College
Forensics: The First 48
I've Got the Music In Me!
Journey of Self Discovery: Realizing Your Personality, Passion and Purpose
Law School Confidential: The Scoop on getting a Law Degree
Life Is A Gumbo
Lights, Camera, Action! - Speak Out for Military Kids
LYFE: Living Your Financial Experience
Project Runway
You're Hired! 4-H Apprentice
A variety of educational programs are offered for all participants in contests during 4-H University. These programs are offered while 4-H members are not participating in their contests. All of the programs are interactive, ranging from exercises in bioengineering to a tour of LSU Athletic Facilities. Community Service programs are also offered as part of the educational programs including a visit to a local hospital, local nursing home, and pets. Contact your parish 4-H agent for more information on educational program opportunities for 4-H members.
To participate or for more information, contact your local parish extension office or 4-H agent.
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