State/Unit: Oklahoma

In the 4th grade all of the students in his rural Oklahoma school joined 4-H so Charles did too, beginning his 9 years as a member. His first … Read more.

In the early 1920s, Pat’ grandparents set the stage for her future in Extension. They were instrumental in bringing the first Extension Agriculture Agent to Woods Co., OK. … Read more.

The hallmark of Dr. Miller’ career was building the capacity of the 4-H Program through high quality volunteer and staff curriculum and training to enable volunteers and agents … Read more.

Jim joined 4-H at age 10 and has been fully engaged for the past 55 years. After serving as president of his local 4-H club and junior leader … Read more.

Wally Smith accepted a 4-H position as Assistant County Agent in Beckham County in 1957. While Area 4-H Agent for the Tulsa Area in the early 1970’s, Wally … Read more.

Ira J. Hollar is highly regarded by many Oklahoma 4-H alumni and retired staff. He began his 38-year career in 1926 as the Asst. Extension Poultryman and was … Read more.

Ray Parker became a 4-H member in McClain Co. in 1929, where his primary projects were poultry and public speaking. After receiving a BS degree in 1947, he … Read more.

Dr. Holloway has helped to shape the lives of many young men and women. While a dedicated volunteer leader for the Boley 4-H club, two of his 4-H … Read more.

Eugene “Pete” Williams provided leadership for 4-H for 32 years starting as an Oklahoma county extension agent, then as Oklahoma State 4-H Program Leader, and ending his career … Read more.

As a youth Mary Sue was inspired by her 4-H educators to dedicate her life to 4-H youth development. Mary Sue was a successful and dedicated 4-H member … Read more.

Jessie Field Shambaugh is sometimes called the “Mother of 4-H.” She started after-school clubs in 1901 while teaching at Goldenrod School in Page County, Iowa. When she became … Read more.