Philip S. Stokes

staff

Publications

Communicating with Extension Clients about Water

Alexa J. Lamm, Phillip Thomas Stokes, and Caroline G. Roper

This EDIS publication will provide an overview of how to communicate with Florida residents about water, including information about their preferred communication method and what topics surrounding water Florida residents find of interest. This publication will better equip Extension faculty to discuss water quantity and quality issues with Florida residents.

Public Perceptions of Mosquitoes and Mosquito Control

Shelli Rampold, Ricky Telg, Alena Poulin, Sandra M. Anderson, Angela B. Lindsey, Ashley McLeod-Morin, yPhilip S. Stokes

This publication provides a background of public opinion on various aspects of mosquito control covered in the Prevent & Protect campaign.

thumbnail for publication: Understanding Public Perceptions of Mosquito-Related Information Sources and Adapting Research Findings to the Needs of Industry Professionals

Understanding Public Perceptions of Mosquito-Related Information Sources and Adapting Research Findings to the Needs of Industry Professionals

Shelli Rampold, Ricky Telg, Alena Poulin, Sandra M. Anderson, Angela B. Lindsey, Ashley McLeod-Morin, yPhilip S. Stokes

This document describes the importance of understanding and adapting to public perceptions of information sources and how scientists can adapt their research findings based upon the needs of professionals in the field to create usable outreach materials.

Using Social Media to Communicate about Mosquito Control

Ashley McLeod-Morin, Ricky Telg, Philip S. Stokes, Alena Poulin, Shelli Rampold, Angela B. Lindsey, ySandra M. Anderson

The Prevent & Protect publication series focuses on creating different material formats to resonate with various audiences and on maximizing the efficacy of communicating with the public about mosquito-related risks and mosquito control topics. The UF/IFAS Center for Public Issues Education in Agriculture and Natural Resources (PIE Center) created the Prevent & Protect project to educate local elected and appointed officials and targeted audiences about mosquito control in a simplified, understandable format to increase public understanding of scientific information on the topic. An overview of the Prevent & Protect project is available in the Ask IFAS publication Public Perceptions of Mosquitoes and Mosquito Control (https://ask.ifas.ufl.edu/publication/WC357). This document explains how to effectively use social media to communicate in an emergency situation, specifically related to mosquito control. This publication also provides details on integrating the Prevent & Protect emergenc

Don't Fake It, Make It! Thriving in Virtual Conferences and Meetings

Lauri M. Baker, Matt Benge, Anissa Zagonel, Jarred Shellhouse, Cheryl R. Boyer, yPhilip S. Stokes

Our ways of working, meeting, and networking have become more virtual than ever before. This series dives into the preparation needed to host a successful virtual experience, as well as steps participants can take to get the most benefit from a virtual conference or meeting. This series will also help hosts understand the value of online conferences and meetings and demonstrate how to create engagement in an online format.

An Introduction to Utilizing Community Leaders to Expand Resiliency Efforts Following a Disaster

Lisa Lundy, Jacqueline Aenlle, Ricky Telg, Tracy Irani, Angela B. Lindsey, Ashley McLeod-Morin, Michaela Kandzer, yPhilip S. Stokes

In the southeastern United States, many agricultural, vulnerable, and rural communities (AVRCs) must cope with natural disasters regularly. These natural disasters not only harm communities, crops, and livelihoods, but also can negatively impact the mental health of affected individuals, including those living in AVRCs. The purposes of this article are to (1) provide tips on identifying specific individuals who could qualify as community leaders and (2) provide details on how partnering with community leaders can be beneficial for mental health communication and outreach.

Don’t Fake It, Make It! Technology and Tools for Virtual Hosts

Jarred Shellhouse, Lauri M. Baker, Anissa Zagonel, Philip S. Stokes, yCheryl R. Boyer

The “Don’t Fake it, Make it!” series assists virtual conference and meeting hosts in creating an engaging program to benefit their participants. This new 6-page publication of the UF/IFAS Department of Agricultural Education and Communication gives an overview of common features hosts look for in virtual conference software platforms before committing to one. Written by Jarred A. Shellhouse, Lauri M. Baker, Anissa Zagonel, Phillip Stokes, and Cheryl R. Boyer.

Streaming Science #4: Using Podcasts for Engagement with Your Target Audience

Jamie Loizzo, Christine Krebs, Caroline Nickerson, Amy Vu, Philip S. Stokes, Michaela Kandzer, Lara Milligan, yShannon A. Carnevale

This is the fourth publication in the Streaming Science EDIS series focused on how to use mobile hardware and software for engagement with your target audience. The following article focuses on how to produce podcasts to share science-based information with adult audiences and engage listeners in conversations about agricultural and natural resources topics impacting their everyday lives. Educators, scientists, Extension professionals, and students at land grant universities and other organizations can cost effectively produce their own podcasts for niche audiences (Chivers et al., 2021; Rose et al., 2021; Beattie et al., 2020).