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XI Chapter

Epsilon Sigma Phi

North Carolina Cooperative Extension


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Epsilon Sigma Phi National Web Site

Notice: This site will no longer be updated after Nov. 2007.
Please visit our new site on the Extension Intranet --
http://www.ces.ncsu.edu/admin/wiki/index.php/Epsilon_Sigma_Phi
Retirees should contact their department to get a Unity ID in order to access the Intranet site.

Annual Meeting: Nov. 15, 2007

  • "Positioning Cooperative Extension for the Global Economy."
  • Visit the Web site for information and registration

ESP State Fall 2007 Newsletter: Available online

Study Tour: February 2008

  • Xi Chapter will host a study tour to provide members and other Extension professionals a chance to learn more about the rapid economic changes taking place in North Carolina and how they affect communities, businesses, workers and families. More to come

Mission Statement:

  • Epsilon Sigma Phi (ESP) is dedicated to fostering standards of excellence in the Extension System and developing the Extension profession and the professional.

Vision Statement:

  • ESP leads the Extension System in promoting and supporting professionalism in Extension.

Purpose Statement:

  • ESP is an honorary fraternity recognizing excellence in the Cooperative Extension community.
  • ESP provides opportunity for networking, fellowship, and collaborative efforts.
  • ESP fosters leadership development through mentoring Cooperative Extension professionals in the philosophy and professional practice of Cooperative Extension education.
  • ESP facilitates professional development.

Affirmative Action Statement:

  • ESP is an equal opportunity/affirmative action fraternity. ESP is committed to the active involvement of all of its members regardless of race, color, sex, age, religion, national origin, disability, or veteran status. ESP values and seeks a diverse membership.

Membership Criteria:

  • Membership is open to those Extension professionals who have exhibited excellence in education and programming leadership. Members continue to provide leadership and excellence in Extension programming throughout their career and during retirement.

Membership Benefits: