Purdue Extension - Sullivan County

08/27/2026

Here’s the link to the Greene, Sullivan, Owen County job opening:
https://careers.purdue.edu/job/Community-Nutrition-Advisor-Greene%2C-Clay%2C-Sullivan%2C-Owen-Counties/43519-en_US/?_ga=2.110306949.1463945654.1787830492-1741474431.1787830492&fbclid=IwRlRTSAT9AixwZG9mBWZkaWQWUNRha5kv_41g8psJhKGpPeKuTk6lPGV4dG4DYWVtATAAYWRpZAAAL8ncxw_ic3J0YwZhcHBfaWQKNjYyODU2ODM3OQABHr236UEErWDKOXxw-f1EZGxQSuey3r3baGXniAOs25qDRCIsw_0cUAANPHXN_aem_J7Kt1glBbGPsfBPW2pOlzQ

📣 We’re Hiring Community Nutrition Advisors!

We are accepting applications for new Community Nutrition Advisor positions supporting Smart SNAP Education as part of Indiana’s Rural Health Transformation Program (RHTP)!

Join us in making a difference in rural communities across Indiana by providing nutrition and physical activity education, building community partnerships, and helping create healthier places to live, learn, work, and play.

Why join Purdue?
💼 Part-time positions with full benefits
🎓 Tuition remission for Purdue employees, spouses, and children
🗓️ Flexible schedule
📚 Training and resources provided
💚 Meaningful work supporting the health of rural Hoosiers

Positions are limited-duration, with anticipated funding through Indiana’s RHTP for 1–5 years.

Help us build healthier communities across rural Indiana! Check out the locations where we’re currently hiring and apply today—or share with someone who would be a great fit!

🔗 https://extension.purdue.edu/nep/about/careers.html

08/13/2026

Registration is NOW OPEN for the Fall 2026 Master Naturalist Course!

Come join Sullivan County Soil and Water Conservation District and Purdue Extension Sullivan County as we explore the amazing natural world around us!

Throughout the course, participants will learn about local wildlife, plants, forests, waterways, conservation, and so much more, all while connecting with other nature-minded people!

Whether you're an experienced nature enthusiast or simply curious to learn more, everyone is welcome!

Come learn, explore, and become a Sullivan County Master Naturalist!

Registration Link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScH0yZZ9BYNQgiAhIZMZNZyd8ovkCfScMr6_ex-adYNGMWUww/viewform

08/11/2026

Here are some of the members from Partners for a Drug Free Sullivan. who meet regularly to plan events, share resources, and bring education to youth and families in our county.

Shoutout to the members not pictured! More group photos are in our future📸

08/07/2026

See you at the Indiana State Fair!

⚾ It’s Opening Day at the ! Add and Indiana 4-H to your lineup and stop by for hands-on activities, live demonstrations and some of the fair’s favorite traditions. https://extension.purdue.edu/indiana-state-fair/index.html

08/06/2026

Thank you, 4-H volunteers!

On the eve of the first day of the Indiana State Fair and as the summer is winding down, it's a good time to shout a big "THANK YOU" to ALL our Sullivan County 4-H volunteers!! Thank you for all you do and who you are! We ❤️ our 4-H volunteers!!!

Share this post to spread the love far and wide, please! 💚

07/23/2026

🌿 Registration is NOW OPEN for the Fall 2026 Indiana Master Naturalist Class! 🌿

Purdue Extension Sullivan County, in partnership with the Sullivan County Soil and Water Conservation District, is excited to offer this evening class, meeting Mondays and Wednesdays from 6:00–8:00 p.m., October 5 through November 11.

Join us as we explore Indiana's natural resources, wildlife, ecology, and conservation through engaging sessions led by local experts.

Whether you're looking to expand your knowledge, connect with fellow nature enthusiasts, or become a volunteer in your community, this program is for you!

Follow the link in the comments to register today! We can't wait to learn with you this fall!

06/26/2026

This year, Purdue Extension is reorganizing into a regional model across Indiana. Sullivan County is in Region 8 with six other counties: Clay, Daviess, Greene, Knox, Martin, and Owen.
We had a request for a staff photo recently and were happy to oblige. We also grabbed this selfie just for fun.
Pictured from left, is Christie Jacob (new Regional Operations Leader for Sullivan, Greene, Clay, and Owen counties), Office Manager Jena Pirtle, Extension Educator Bailey Draper, Summer Assistant Kaycee Gofourth, Program Assistant/Secretary Susan Gofourth, and Extension Educator Cheryl Casselman.
Contact info for the Extension office is 812-268-4332 and [email protected].

06/17/2026

Sullivan County Extension Homemakers are working hard today making lots of homemade noodles to be served at the Fair!!!

06/01/2026

Who’s ready for the Sullivan County Extension Homemakers home cooked meals at the Sullivan County 4-H Fair?! The Extension Homemakers council met this afternoon to make their shopping list and set their noodle making and corn shucking days in preparation for the fair!
They choose to use local eggs for their meals, potato salad and all other foods they prepare.
🥚 🐓 If you have chickens and have extra eggs you’d like to donate or provide at a discount between now and June 17, please drop them off at the Extension office M-F between 8am and 4pm. They would greatly appreciate it!
🍀 Sullivan County 4-H Fair is July 11-18, 2026.
Pictured, front row from left are, Shelley Nichols, Pam Irvin, and Becky Cole. Back row from left, Theresa Pinkston, Shirley Pinrod, Marilyn Fuson, Susie Carmichael, and Amy Deckard.

05/11/2026

Come join us tomorrow at the Sullivan County Public Library and learn how to propagate different house plants!

Have you ever wanted more houseplants without spending a fortune?

Join us for Household Plant Propagation 101 and learn easy ways to grow new plants from cuttings and divisions. Bailey Drapper, our local Purdue Extension - Sullivan County Educator, will be sharing tips and techniques for propagating favorites like pothos, spider plants, and more.

There may even be extra plants to share!