The Extension Professionals’ Organization – Zeta Chapter

Epsilon Sigma Phi

Our mission

The mission of Epsilon Sigma Phi is to foster the standards of excellence in the Extension System and to develop the Extension Profession and Professional. ESP honors its’ members and outstanding friends with recognition and scholarships.

How to join

To join ESP, please contact the current ESP president. During the fall, renewing and new members can apply via online portal. If you join outside of the recruitment period, you can contact the current president for instruction on how to process membership.

Membership dues:

Returning Members: $95.00
New Members: $85.00
Life Members: Contact Luann Boyer

View Invoice

Please print out invoice and mail it (with check) to:

Dolores County Extension
Attn: Gus Westerman
P.O. Box 527
Dove Creek, CO 81324

We look forward to having you as a member of our vibrant and valuable Extension-wide ESP Zeta Chapter!

Increase your professional value

ESP offers opportunities to:

Improve your skills as an educator/presenter/leader
Enhance your leadership abilities through active committee membership and professional development opportunities at state, regional and national conferences
Share your experience, expertise and scholarly activity
Expand your network of resources

ESP recognizes excellence by honoring its members and outstanding friends with recognition and scholarships.

Benefits of joining

Join a network of Extension professionals united across disciplines and program areas
Receive scholarships for professional development opportunities, including advanced degrees
Obtain professional development grants for chapters
Participate in chapter and national recognition programs for member individuals and teams
Opportunities to give peer reviewed scholarly presentations (e.g. national conference; webinars)
Become involved in public issues and activities
Access to the ESP Connection newsletter and other relevant communication to members
Chapter and national leadership opportunities
Network of Extension professionals united across disciplines and program areas
Participate in mentoring opportunities
Chapter officer/member training support
Involvement in global and international opportunities
Partnerships with the Joint Council of Extension Professionals and National Institute for Food and Agriculture (NIFA) – USDA