
Brandon C. Schroeder
Brandon Schroeder credits 4-H with guiding his career in natural resources. For four years he was a fisheries resource specialist for the Michigan United
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Brandon Schroeder credits 4-H with guiding his career in natural resources. For four years he was a fisheries resource specialist for the Michigan United
Theresa Silm has devoted her life to 4-H and youth. In 1977, after graduating from Michigan State University, she accepted a position as a 4-H program
Linda Thompson is the founder and president of Helping Hands at Home and Services for Special People which provides home care and personal services for the
John Welser’s 4-H experiences prepared him for a career in veterinary medicine and research. From 1975 to 1983, Welser served as dean of the MSU College
Sally’s love and involvement of 4-H as a member has helped develop her into the person she is today. With her 4-H leaders’ support and her
4-H has taught me the importance of hard work, dedication and community.
— Lillian Wasson, Oceana County
Become a permanent part of the Michigan 4-H Children's Garden by sponsoring a brick! Bricks can be donated in your name; in honor of a family, friend or club; or in memory of loved ones. Learn more: Sponsor a brick!.
Outstanding Michigan 4-H alumni, volunteers, youth, staff and partners were recognized Sept. 21 during the 2024 Michigan 4-H Legacy Awards Celebration in East Lansing. Awards presented at the event, which was hosted by Michigan State University Extension and the Michigan 4-H Foundation, are among some of Michigan 4-H’s highest honors for adults.