"4-H is a community of young people across America who are learning leadership, citizenship, and life skills." - National 4-H Trust
West Virginia State University resumed 4-H programming in 2001 and has had a solid presence throughout Kanawha County ever since. Currently, we have adopted a non-traditional approach to programming that meets the needs of our primary target area of Charleston and Kanawha County.
4-H is a national initiative that provides opportunities for youth to meet new people, gain leadership skills, set and achieve goals, learn life skills, and build self-confidence.
The 4-H emblem is recognized all over the world. It is a four-leaf clover with a letter "H" on each leaf. The letters stand for Head, Heart, Hands, and Health, which are the foundation of all 4-H programs. In addition, 4-H is offered to nontraditional and traditional students, in both urban and rural areas.
Members of 4-H groups must be ages 5-21, however adults can still participate in 4-H by volunteering and mentoring. 4-H is the largest out-of-school youth program in the United States. WVSU Extension Service's goal is for students to have the opportunity to continue to grow and develop through 4-H!
Health Sciences and Technology Academy
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Hip-Hop Camp
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Beats, Rhymes, and Life
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Summer Transportation InstituteThe Summer Transportation Institute (STI) is a two-week residential summer camping experience that provides participants with exposure to the various career opportunities within the transportation industry. More... Fast TrackThis program assists youths in making healthier food choices and adopting an active lifestyle. Get on the fast track to good health! More...
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The Health Sciences and Technology Academy (HSTA) Forensics Summer Institute is hosted annually by West Virginia State University Extension Service. The institute features two weeks of fun and exciting activities for high school teachers and students. 
This week-long residential camp is an opportunity for students to learn about all aspects of the music industry, from the business skills involved in selling your music, to the exercise and nutrition information that can make sure an artist is performing, looking, and feeling their best. 
This program focuses on the most desirable tracks designed and implemented during the highly successful summer program, the Hip Hop Boot Camp. These Middle and High School kids learn everything from the basics of music production, to turntables, to recording music during the six-week classes. 
