Extension ServiceWho we are
By the very nature of the land grant mission, we must respond to the realities of our communities and adapt as new challenges and issues arise.
Extension and engagement are core to this work, to our commitment as a community-engaged institution and to the pursuit of Oregon State University's strategic goals.
This collaborative work serves to improve the health and well-being of Oregonians and communities, encourage economic development and industry innovation, co-create and share the science and knowledge of Oregon State University and deliver access to education for learner success across the lifespan.
The division has core units that serve the public as the primary function and also leads a campus-wide council to encourage community engagement and engaged scholarship across all of Oregon State University.
- Leadership
- Vision, Mission, Values
- Strategic Alignment
- Access, Compliance and Inclusive Innovation
- Quarterly Conversations
Executive team
Our executive leadership team provides strategic leadership and oversight of the Division and its component programs and initiatives.
Dr. Kristopher Elliott
Vice Provost, Extension and Engagement
Director, OSU Extension Service
Contact Dr. Kristopher Elliott
Executive assistant: Kim Tarrant
Dr. Jeff Sherman-Duncan
Associate Vice Provost for Partnerships
Contact Dr. Jeff Sherman-Duncan
Assistant: Rebecca Symons
Division contacts
- Access, compliance and inclusive innovation, Dr. Ana Lu Fonseca
- Communications and marketing, Jennifer Alexander
- Evaluation and reporting, Dr. Leanne Giordono
- Extension External Relations, Heidi Luquette
- Fiscal operations, Tiffany Gillis
- Information and technology, David Jackson
- Professional and continuing education, Patrick Kelley
- Sponsored programs, Eric Dickey
Human Resources contacts
- HR Strategic Partner, Tarron Anderson
- Administrative Services Liaison, Marcia Dickson
- Administrative Services Liaison, Jennine Livengood
Development contacts
- Nicole Schrock, Executive Director, Oregon 4-H Foundation
Program directors and associate deans
- 4-H Youth Development: Dr. Cathy Haas, director
- Agriculture and Natural Resources: Dr. Sam Angima, associate dean
- Family and Community Health: Dr. Allison Myers, associate dean
- Forestry and Natural Resources: Dr. Holly Ober, associate dean
- Juntos: Dr. Gina Galaviz-Yap, director
- Open Campus: Dr. Emily Henry, director
- Oregon Sea Grant: Jessi Kershner, associate director
- OSU KidSpirit: Karen Swanger, director
- Outdoor School: Dr. Spirit Brooks, director
- International programs, Dr. Dave Stone, associate dean
See full list of OSU Extension Service regional and local leadership.
Vision
Together, we envision a future where Oregon's people, communities and ecosystems prosper.
Mission
We work with communities throughout Oregon to support lifelong learning and co-create innovative solutions to address local challenges.
Values
- Community-centered: We listen first and act in partnership.
- Collaboration: We work across boundaries to multiply impact.
- Integrity: We build trust through transparency, consistency and accountability.
- Reliability: We show up and follow through.
Strategic alignment
Oregon State University's strategic plan, Prosperity Widely Shared, outlines a framework to advance the vision of Oregon State University being a driving force for prosperity that is equitable, scalable and sustainable. The plan provides three strategic goals, five actions and five top targets. All divisions and colleges are expected to contribute to implementation while continuing other essential work.
The Division of Extension and Engagement is central to advancing this vision.
In alignment with Prosperity Widely Shared, the division envisions a future where Oregon's people, communities and ecosystems prosper.
Access, Compliance and Inclusive Innovation
As a land grant institution, we have the power to impact every single person that we come in contact with.
To realize this vision, we must gather and invest in resources that ensure inclusive action at all levels and ensure that people from all walks of life have the opportunity to transform the world through their unique talents, ideas and voices. Our goal is to ensure that these voices are not just heard but embraced.
OSU’s Office of Institutional Diversity collaborates with university partners to advance diversity, equity and inclusion throughout all facets of Oregon State University. Our Division is a committed partner in that work.
- Our Extension and Engagement's Access, Compliance and Inclusive Innovation Unit collaborates within the OSU community and beyond to design and implement related initiatives, partnerships and programs. These efforts support the creation of safe, welcoming and relevant Extension programs and spaces that meet the needs of all Oregonians.
- Division employees participate in professional development opportunities, such as OSU’s Search Advocate Program, Social Justice Education Initiative workshops or OSU Extension's Diversity Champions program. These activities generate conversations and reflection around the complex issues of equity and inclusion.
- OSU Extension is committed to equal access and opportunity, and to ensuring all reasonable effort is made to deliver and to provide access to Extension programs and services for all individuals.
We invite you to connect with us around these topics. To begin a conversation, please email [email protected]
Division-wide quarterly meetings
Quarterly Conversations are division-wide, all-employee meetings held in February, May, August, and November. Employees may attend in-person on campus or via Zoom. Agendas for the 90-minute meeting are shared in advance, and invitations are sent to Outlook calendars.
View Quarterly Conversation recordings
- E&E Division Quarterly Conversation (11/21/2025)
- E&E Division Quarterly Conversation (8/15/2025)
- E&E Division Quarterly Conversation (6/15/2025)
- E&E Division Quarterly Conversation (2/21/2025)
- E&E Division Quarterly Conversation (11/15/24)
- E&E Division Quarterly Conversation (8/16/24)
- E&E Division Quarterly Conversation (5/17/24)
- E&E Division Quarterly Conversation (2/16/24)
- E&E Division Quarterly Conversation (11/17/23)
- E&E Division Quarterly Conversation (8/18/23)
- E&E Division Quarterly Conversation (5/19/23)
- E&E Division Qiuarterly Conversation (2/17/23)
- E&E Division Quarterly Conversation (11/18/22)
- E&E Division Quarterly Conversation (8/19/22)
- E&E Division Quarterly Conversation (5/20/22)
- E&E Division Quarterly Conversation (2/18/22)
OSU Division of Extension and Engagement
Oregon State University
101 Ballard Hall
Corvallis, OR 97331-3606
541-737-2713