معرفی
Kelsey Romney is an Extension Associate Professor in the Youth Programs Department at Utah State University, where she focuses on college & career readiness, youth entrepreneurship, and statewide 4-H programming. Operating from the Logan Campus (AGRS 131), she leads multiple ongoing initiatives that prepare Utah youth for post-secondary success.
Educational Background
- MS, Extension Education, Utah State University, 2016
- Western 4-H Institute Training, 2015
- BS, Psychology (minors in Agricultural Science & Equine Science), Utah State University, 2011
Research & Program Interests
Romney’s work centers on positive youth development through evidence-based Extension curricula. She designs, implements, and evaluates programs that foster leadership, entrepreneurship, and college readiness among 4-H participants. Her scholarship integrates volunteer management research—particularly recruitment and retention strategies—with practical resource development for volunteers, educators, and youth.
Publication Trends
Across thirteen practitioner-oriented Extension publications (2014–2016), Romney emphasizes curriculum design, volunteer training, and event management within equine and general 4-H contexts. The outputs collectively serve as implementation guides that translate research into scalable youth-development practices.
Ongoing Programs & Resources
- Extension Resources and Statewide Trainings for 4-H College and Career Readiness Programming (2017–present)
- Statewide 4-H College and Career Readiness Events (2017–present)
- 4-H Entrepreneurs (2021–2024)
- 4-H Portfolio Program (2018–2024)
- Teen Spheres of Influence (2020–2023)
- Utah 4-H Scholarship Program (2016–2018)
- State 4-H Events and Activities Coordinator (2016)
Contact & Location
Office: Utah State University, Logan Campus, AGRS 131
Phone: (801) 502-4423
Email: kelsey.romney@usu.edu
