College of Agriculture, Consumer & Environmental Sciences at Mumford Hall on the U of I Campus Extension History Cooperative Extension System began with the Smith-Lever Act in 1914: Extension is a national network linking research, science & technology to the needs of the people where they live & work. Extension is educational in program content and methodology, not regulatory. Extension History • Extension Links: – The U.S. Department of Agriculture and landgrant universities such as University of Illinois to provide research based education to local communities. – There is an Extension office in almost every county in the U.S. College Administrative Team • Bob Easter, Dean of the College of Agriculture, Consumer & Environmental Sciences Extension Administrative Team • Dennis Campion, Associate Dean Extension & Outreach Extension Administrative Team • Penny Crinion , Assistant Dean & Director, State 4-H Program Extension Administrative Team • Glen Seeber, Assistant Dean Extension Operations West Central Region • Extension is made up of five regions in the state. The SangamonMenard Unit is in the West Central Region Extension Administrative Team • Ryan Hobson, Regional Director, West Central Region Mission Statement • University of Illinois Extension provides practical, research-based information and programs to help individuals, families, farms, businesses and communities in Illinois. Slogan • Helping You Put Knowledge to Work