The goal is to help people become healthy, productive, financially secure, and environmentally responsible members of society.
Extension provides an unbiased source of information for families and for other agencies.
Trained educators address real problems in local communities, extending the teaching and research base of Mississippi State University throughout the state into all 82 counties. Prepares and presents educational programs to consumers on personal financial management and the effective use of financial resources. Environmental issues including noise pollution, indoor air quality, household waste disposal, water quality, and waste-water disposal and treatment are also addressed. Beverly Howell, Ph.D., Family Economics and Management Specialist Provides leadership in developing, implementing, and evaluating a statewide program that teaches youth and adults how to manage their financial and other resources. Among areas of programming are budgeting, savings and investments, credit management, insurance planning, and estate planning.