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Our mission
The Oregon State University Extension Service engages the people of Oregon with research-based knowledge and education that strengthen communities and economies, sustain natural resources, and promote healthy families and individuals.
Our values
- Community-based: We value community relationships and connect OSU to local people and issues to enhance the present and the future of the people and communities of Oregon.
- Accountability: We focus on achieving measurable outcomes, and document and communicate the impact and value of our work.
- Credibility: We deliver relevant, research-based knowledge through our educational programs.
- Diversity: We exhibit respect, value differing perceptions and world views, and encourage diversity.
- Partnerships: We collaborate with academic, public, and private partners to achieve greater results and build community capacity. We value the public good that comes from collaborating with volunteers.
- Responsiveness: We engage with community partners and learners to identify priority issues and needs, to design timely responses, and to build future capability.
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it's out there Oregon State University
Extension provides information and
expertise to help meet local challenges
and help every Oregonian thrive it's out
there and to find it you start here
We’re partnering with people in every county and helping them thrive every day — just as we have done for more than 100 years.