Mike Knutz
Mike Knutz
Area Extension Educator — 4-H Youth Development
971-241-7775
Twin Falls Research and Extension Center
University of Idaho
315 Falls Avenue, Evergreen Bldg.
Twin Falls ID 83301
Mike Knutz supports statewide 4-H teen leadership programs and 4-H educators across central Idaho. Mike's passion is helping youth thrive through their 4-H experience.
M.Ag., Oregon State University, 1993
B.S., Oregon State University, 1992
- Positive youth development
- Youth leadership
- Idaho’s 4-H Learn, Engage, Act, Develop, Summit (LEADS) builds youth leadership
- 4-H offers a high-quality youth development experience through Know Your Government
- Idaho 4-H State Teen Association Convention (STAC) promotes youth thriving
- Idaho teens gain valuable skills through 4-H Know Your Government conference
Mike Knutz is an associate professor with the University of Idaho Extension 4-H Youth Development program. He has 20 years of experience as a county educator where he is known for his work in youth leadership, summer camps and outreach programs. Mike provides leadership on the Professional Development Committee for the National 4-H Thriving Model Taskforce. He also served as the National President for Epsilon Sigma Phi in 2019-2020. Mike's spark is helping youth thrive and grow towards reaching their potential.
- Meritorious Service Award — National Association of Extension 4-H Youth Development Professionals, 2019
- National Epsilon Sigma Phi — Diversity Award, 2016
- Distinguished Service Award — National Association of Extension 4-H Youth Development Professionals, 2015
- Mid Career Service Award — National Epsilon Sigma Phi, 2015
- Achievement in Service Award — National Association of Extension 4-H Youth Development Professionals, 2008