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International Archives Day

June 9 is International Archives Day with a theme of Archives, Citizenship and Interculturalism. In recognition of this day, University of Idaho Library Special Collections and Archives highlights our collection of 4-H club materials. A program founded more than a 100 years ago, 4-H currently reaches more than 7 million young people in more than 50 countries. While the bulk of the programs are managed through Cooperate Extension at land-grant universities in the United States such as the University of Idaho there are also independent 4-H programs being implemented on a global scale.1

The clover symbol with the H on each leaf is the symbol of the program representing Head, Heart, Hands, and Health

illustration of the 4-H clover symbol
illustration of the 4-H clover symbol

Agricultural science has always been a strong focus for 4-H clubs. The raising and showing of livestock is often traditionally associated with 4-H…

young boy with calf
young boy with calf

as is the study of crops and plants….

4-H Club students studying seeds in agronomy class
4-H Club students studying seeds in agronomy class

and learning about new and innovative methods of farming.

4-H students learning about farming equipment
4-H students learning about farming equipment

4-H has long been providing its members with opportunities to learn about Science, Technology, Engineering and Math(STEM) through activities and projects.

Mohammed Alief, Idaho Bureau of Mines and Geology, instructing 4-H students in a laboratory
Mohammed Alief, Idaho Bureau of Mines and Geology, instructing 4-H students in a laboratory

Through the years the objective of 4-H, nationally and internationally, has remained the same; development of youth as individuals and as responsible and productive citizens. This is demonstrated, for example, through the leadership opportunities offered through statewide and national gatherings called the 4-H Congress.

Idaho 4-H delegates standing with Idaho Congresswoman Gracie Pfost, fourth from left? in front of the Capitol. D. E. Warren, far left
Idaho 4-H delegates standing with Idaho Congresswoman Gracie Pfost, fourth from left? in front of the Capitol. D. E. Warren, far left

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