UF IFAS Center for Public Issues Education

08/18/2026

08/06/2026

Join us on Thursday, August 20 @ 1 P.M. EDT for a PIE Center webinar on mosquito messaging for World Mosquito Day!

This webinar will share findings from a study on how students perceived educational media on West Nile virus and what influenced their intentions to protect themselves from mosquito-borne diseases.

Register here: https://ufl.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_CKIVaDkuR6aWTVb1wjVp6Q

07/30/2026

The Spring 2026 Slice is officially ready to download!

Inside this issue, you'll find highlights from conferences, meetings and accomplishments that made this quarter one to celebrate. 🤩
🔗https://piecenter.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/Spring_Slice_2026.pdf

07/02/2026

If you missed our New World screwworm webinar, watch the recording here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4f2uEqX_U_8&list=PLWhh54ZSkG_SBtwkCaOKrpqiDF7eNwTKC&index=1&t=299s

06/23/2026

Take a look at what we’re reading this summer! 📖

As hurricane season begins, we want to make sure we are prepared for anything. Follow along as we share different reading materials that may help you prepare for hurricanes.

📚 Homeowner Handbook - covers basic information on emergency preparedness, evacuation planning, flood and wind insurance, and steps to take to protect your property.
🌪️ Disasters: Preparation and Recovery – A flipbook designed to be easily available in a time of need.
👥 Family Communication Plan and Disaster Supply Kit

All resources are available on our website: https://piecenter.com/fl-eden/

06/23/2026

🎉 Congratulations to Ricky W. Telg – 2026 ACE Fellow Award Winner! 🎉

We are thrilled to recognize Ricky as this year’s recipient of the ACE Fellow Award – the highest honor bestowed by the Association for Communication Excellence. 🌟

This prestigious award celebrates Ricky's sustained excellence, unwavering professionalism, and enduring impact on ACE, his institution, and the broader world of agricultural communications. 🌱

As a true trailblazer in the field, Ricky serves as a role model and inspiration to us all.

👏 Please join us in celebrating Ricky's incredible achievements! 👏

06/22/2026

ACE 2026 Photo Dump!

Last week, the PIE Center attended the Association for Communication Excellence in Billings, Montana! Congratulations to our very own Director, Dr. Ricky Telg, for receiving the ACE Fellow Award for his commitment to the organization. Students, staff, and faculty from the PIE Center and the UF Department of Agricultural Education and Communication presented research posters and networked with researchers and practitioners from universities across the U.S.

06/18/2026

New World Screwworm is here....Now What? Join us for a virtual webinar on Tuesday, June 30, at 12:00 p.m. on New World Screwworm. This session will provide the latest science-based updates on the spread of NWS, guidance on identifying and reporting cases, communication recommendations, and available resources.

Register here: https://ufl.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_XUWUq3i_Q0id2XL678m3JQ #/registration

University of Florida Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences

06/05/2026

Mark your Calendar! The PIE Center, in collaboration with UF IFAS Florida EDEN, is hosting a free lunch and learn on June 23 at 12 PM EDT focusing on communication strategies before, during and after hurricanes. 🌀

This session explores practical strategies and tools for planning, implementing, and assessing communication efforts across all phases of a disaster, including preparedness, mitigation, response, and recovery.

Register here: https://ufl.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_IBLWbL1ES3SsFvTgn0DGEA

05/28/2026

New research from UF IFAS Center for Public Issues Education shows rising concern across the Southeast about agricultural disease threats, food‑system disruptions, and public health. Additionally, a strong support for protections to reduce risk.

Extension scientist with the UF/IFAS PIE Center, Ashley McLeod-Morin, explains what the survey reveals and why Extension and community networks may be the key to learning more about preparedness.

Read more 🔗 tr.ee/b2vZOnpD0m