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ESP and
JCEP
Epsilon Sigma Phi is
a member of the Joint Council of Extension Professionals (JCEP)
which brings together the leadership of all the Extension
professional organizations to support the Extension system
at the national level.
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Developing
leadership capacity
Epsilon Sigma Phi’s organizational leadership roles offer opportunities
to unite with members from all levels, units and subject matter
disciplines of the Cooperative Extension System. |
Celebrating
excellence
Since Epsilon Sigma Phi was established in 1927 at Bozeman, Montana,
members have worked to strengthen the impact of the Cooperative
Extension System to address needs of individuals and communities
through research based education. |
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of Epsilon Sigma Phi is to foster standards of excellence in the
Extension System and to develop the Extension profession and
professional. |
Professional
Development
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Professional development conferences
and distance learning opportunities.
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Extension personnel united across
disciplines, units and program areas.
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National platform to give scholarly
presentations.
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Building leadership, communication and
teamwork skills.
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Connecting personnel and retirees to
build networks, continuity, and support for the Extension System and
related issues.
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Access to scholarships and
mini-grants.
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Public Issues and Leadership
Development Seminar held each spring in Washington, DC.
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Recognition system for excellence in
Extension’s personnel and retirees.
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As a member you can recognize
volunteers through our “Friends of Extension Award.”
Quarterly ESP Connection newsletter.
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Other
Benefits to joining ESP:
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Looks good on performance appraisal
portfolio’s.
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Looks good on resumes.
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Great Leadership training.
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Keeps you up to date with what’s going
on in the region and nationally.
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Excellent source of program ideas.
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Up to $1,000 scholarships for Graduate
work
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Contact: Pat Skinner, ESP Treasurer and Webmaster |
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