About Family and Consumer Sciences
We have been described as real people with real solutions who deliver the knowledge of the university directly to you in your community. The Extension Family and Consumer Sciences Program is an integral part of the College of Education and Human Ecology, drawing on the research and expertise of the Departments of Consumer Sciences, Human Development and Family Science, and Human Nutrition. Do you want to improve the lives of each of your family members? Extension Family and Consumer Sciences can help you reach your destination! The Ohio State University Extension Family and Consumer Sciences programs and publications reach thousands of individuals across the state, addressing critical issues concerning individuals, families, and communities. Click on the link below About Family and Consumer Sciences for more information about our programs. If you have questions, contact Shari Gallup, Extension Educator, OSU Extension, Licking County at 740-670-5315 or email me at gallup.1@cfaes.osu.edu
County Family and Consumer Sciences News
Thanksgiving is quickly approaching, and cooking the traditional turkey dinner gives rise to much anxiety and many questions. What kind of turkey should I buy? Should I buy a frozen turkey or a fresh one? How do I store my turkey? How do I cook a turkey? To combat your holiday worries, a few simple steps will ease your holiday fears, and will ensure a delicious meal for you, your family, and your friends. Here are a few suggestions on how to prepare for the upcoming Thanksgiving meal…it’s easier than you might think!
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