U of M Extension honors Michael Darger at annual conference

ST. PAUL, Minn. (10/23/2008)—University of Minnesota Extension Dean Bev Durgan presented Michael Darger, Extension Program Leader for Community Economics, with the Dean’s Award for Distinguished Outstanding Leadership on Monday at the organization’s annual conference.

The award honors Darger for his leadership style, which enables educators to succeed in planning, implementing and evaluating the measurable outcomes of their community economics programs.

Darger’s success as a leader has come from his development of a model of empowerment, trust, professional development and leading by example.

Darger’s leadership has made Extension the “go-to” organization of community economics education. His mastery of skills in leadership and professional development has resulted in his team gaining greater collaboration, education, impact and outreach, a stronger network, and a broader presence for Extension in the field of community development.

The Dean’s Award was presented during Extension's annual Fall Program Conference, a statewide gathering of the University's Extension faculty and staff, held in Duluth, Minn.

Media Contact: Catherine Dehdashti, U of M Extension (612) 625-0237, ced@umn.edu

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