Apr 1, 2024
Earth Day is celebrated every year on April 22nd to raise awareness and support for environmental protection. The first Earth Day was held in 1970, and it’s now observed by millions of people in over 190 countries around the world. Kansas State University family resource management specialist Elizabeth KIss (kish)...
Dec 25, 2023
Often when it comes to goal-setting, Kansas State University family resource management specialist Elizabeth Kiss (kish) says we think it’s all or nothing…”We think ‘I have to do this or ‘I have to be focused…’ However, that’s not necessarily the best or most successful way to achieve what your goals....
Jul 31, 2023
As students return to the classroom, parents of school-aged children are facing a fairly large added expense. The National Retail Federation reports that back-to-school shopping for families with children in elementary grades through high school is expected to increase from last year’s previous record high of $864.35...
Jul 3, 2023
Financial literacy is defined as the ability to use knowledge and skills to manage financial resources effectively for a lifetime of financial well-being. There are several key terms that comprise what’s known as a personal finance ecosystem, including financial well-being – which K-State Research and Extension...
May 29, 2023
It may seem like a daunting task, but organizing your important papers, documents and family photographs and placing them in a waterproof, fireproof container offers protection and peace of mind. K-State Research and Extension resource management specialist Elizabeth Kiss (kish) offers suggestions for making a...