4-H Youth Development

Plans are underway for the 104th State 4-H Roundup and delegates from around the state will come together to celebrate accomplishments, make new friends and create memories that will last a lifetime. This year’s Roundup will take place July 23-25.

 

Roundup is the culmination of the 4-H year, and as with years’ past, there’s much to be celebrated this year, said Cathy Allen, 4-H curriculum coordinator at the state 4-H office at Oklahoma State University.

 

“Roundup is an opportunity to come to the OSU campus, engage in educational workshops, make new friends, catch up with old friends and compete in state contests,” Allen said.

 

With a sidewalk chalk competition, campaign speeches, district rallies, dances, board games, Pistol Pete’s Premier, motivational speakers, a hypnotist and contests of all sorts, Roundup delegates will have ample opportunity to have fun and learn. FCS Skill-a-thon, Job Readiness, 4-H Food Showdown, Livestock Quiz Bowl, tractor contest and more will give club members a chance to demonstrate their knowledge and skills against other 4-H’ers.

 

The Masonic Charity Foundation of Oklahoma Honor Night will highlight the many accomplishments of club members. Two club members will be honored as the new Oklahoma 4-H Hall of Fame inductees. State record book winners will be announced, and winners will receive a scholarship, thanks to the generous donors who continue to support the Oklahoma 4-H Youth Development program. More than $200,000 in scholarships will be awarded.

 

Club members will hear from peers who are campaigning for a spot on the state leadership team and have the opportunity to cast their votes. The current leadership team will bid their final farewell at the closing assembly.

 

“One of the favorite activities of Roundup is Pete’s Premier. Because Roundup takes place on the OSU campus, it’s a great time for delegates to learn more about the opportunities available to students at OSU,” Allen said. “Representatives from the various colleges on campus will be on hand to share more about different majors and what college life has to offer. It’s a great opportunity to start thinking about what their future could look like at OSU.”

 

To help delegates learn more about the campus, various tours and workshops from university departments will also be offered.

 

“State 4-H Roundup is the biggest event that takes place each year and we’re excited to have the delegates on campus,” Allen said. “For more than a century, the OSU campus has been the gathering place for thousands of youth to come learn, create memories, forge friendships and make the most of their 4-H membership.”

 

Check with the local OSU Extension office for additional information about the 104th State 4-H Roundup.