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We’re here for you.
OSU Extension partners with communities in every county of Oregon to provide information, services and expertise to meet local challenges and help every Oregonian thrive. We are committed to creating positive change through programs and providing spaces where each person feels safe and welcome.
Our programs, partnerships and volunteer opportunities are focused on:
- Healthy communities and economies
- Resilient and productive forestry and natural ecosystems
- Sustainable agriculture, food systems, and gardening
- Thriving youth, individuals and families
What can we help you learn?
Vaccine eligibility and information
All Oregonians 12 years old or older are eligible for a COVID-19 vaccine. Vaccines are free. No documentation needed (https://covidblog.oregon.gov/getting-the-covid-19-vaccine-wont-affect-your-immigration-status/) for eligibility. See the coronavirus topic page (https://extension.oregonstate.edu/community-vitality/coronavirus) for more information.
Todos los habitantes de Oregón mayores de 12 años serán elegibles para recibir la vacuna contra el COVID-19. Las vacunas serán gratuitas y sin costo para usted. No necesita ninguna documentación o identificación específica (https://covidblog.oregon.gov/recibir-la-vacuna-contra-el-covid-19-no-afectara-su-estado-migratorio/) para demostrar su elegibilidad. Cómo encontrar una vacuna contra el COVID-19 en Oregon. (https://govstatus.egov.com/find-covid-19-vaccine/es)
Access our ongoing events
We are still active across the state delivering our workshops to you. Browse events in your county (https://extension.oregonstate.edu/find-us) or by topic (https://extension.oregonstate.edu/topics).
Featured Resources
Have a Question? Ask an Expert!
Ask an Expert is a way for you to get answers from the Oregon State University Extension Service. We have experts in family and health, community development, food and agriculture, coastal issues, forestry, programs for young people, and gardening.
OSU Extension Fast Facts
A message from Vice Provost Anita Azarenko: Acting together for change
"OSU Extension stands behind the university’s commitment to inclusive excellence (https://leadership.oregonstate.edu/president/moving-forward-together). We stand and act against actions that continue to perpetuate systemic racism and maintain other societal inequities. I call on each member of our Extension community to learn, engage and act to help ensure that everyone—those we serve and aspire to serve—is welcome, safe and valued." Read the full statement. (https://extension.oregonstate.edu/about/diversity-equity-inclusion)
(https://extension.oregonstate.edu/sites/default/files/styles/full/public/images/2018-11/masonbees016sw.jpg?itok=ktyPAUKb)Richard Little talks to a class about taking care of Mason Bees at Linn County Extension.
You can make a difference
Extension volunteers help us serve communities across Oregon. Master-level volunteers are trained by university experts and in turn dedicate their time to teaching and enriching their communities.