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Illinois 4-H doesn't stop at the county level! Join a Collegiate 4-H chapter to build your professional development portfolio, build leadership skills and continue to give back to others through community service!  Stay connected and get to know others across your university campus that have a passion for 4-H, just like you!

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Purpose

The purpose of a Collegiate 4-H program is service, leadership development and professional development. Collegiate 4-H activities can range from working directly with state, county, or local 4-H groups to serving as volunteer leaders for projects, educational workshops, contests, judging competitions, or assisting with service projects. Additionally, collegiate 4-H programs are involved in campus activities through the involvement in community service projects and promoting positive youth development.

Who Can Join?

Collegiate 4-H membership is open to any college student whether they have previously been in 4-H or not.

Collegiate 4-H engages campus students across majors!  Are you looking to become involved in 4-H or continue your engagement as a 4-H alumnus with the 4-H program? Looking to find your peers that have a 4-H background?  

Then Collegiate 4-H is the place for you! 

Join the Collegiate 4-H, registered student organization, at the University of Illinois to build your professional development portfolio, build leadership skills and continue to give back to others through community service.

As a member of a Collegiate 4-H program students have the opportunity to interact and engage with faculty and staff of the state’s Extension and 4-H Programs, as well as work with volunteers and 4-H youth throughout their community and state. 

Collegiate 4-H will provide students opportunities in:

  • Service - Give back to others through community service.
  • Leadership Development - Build your leadership skills and share your talents with others.
  • Professional Development - Explore career opportunities and learn life skills from 4-H alumni to build your skill portfolio.
  • Social - Get to know your peers that share common passions! 

Where can Collegiate 4-H chapters be located?

The land-grant institutions are responsible for the chartering of collegiate 4-H programs taking place at any school within that same state. These programs must follow the rules and guidelines set forth from the State 4-H Office and follow all policies and procedures of their respective college/university in order to be recognized as an official campus organization. If you are interested in starting a new Collegiate 4-H chapter, please contact us! 

Current Illinois Chapters

Illinois currently has one Collegiate 4-H chapter at the University of Illinois.

University of Illinois
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ilcollegiate4h
Email: ilcollegiate4h@gmail.com 

View 2023-24 Illinois Collegiate 4-H Officers

Next Meeting:  December 5, 2024
Location:  ACES Library, Sims Room
Time:  6:00 p.m.

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For More Information about Collegiate 4-H: 
Tina Veal, 4-H Alumni & Constituent Engagement Manager - vealt@illinois.edu