1991-1993 Catalog - Catalogs - West Virginia University

portation, coal mine health and safety, and energy use and conservation. The unit alsoconducts educational needs assessments and program evaluation research for theWVU Extension Service, other WVU units, state and federal governmental agencies,and private organizations.Information and Educational TechnologyThe Information and Educational Technology unit delivers information to the publicthrough the radio, television, and newspapers; produces communication supportmaterials such as publications, slide/tape sets, videocassettes, and exhibits; andteaches communication skills to extension faculty and staff and other client groups.Undergraduate and graduate internships with the unit are available through the WVUSchool of Journalism.The unit also provides technical expertise and leadership in computing technologiesfor extension information delivery in serving people throughout the state. The unitprovides training and consultation to respond to computing technobgy needs ofextension programs.Management Services OfficeThe Management Services Office provides accounting, budgetary and personnelsupport for the WVU Extension Service. The budget is comprised of funds from federaland state regular and grant appropriations; from county commissions and boards ofeducation allocations; and from non-tax support. The office seeks to insure ExtensionService compliance with all applicable fiscal and personnel policies.Office of Technical Support SystemsThe Office of Technical Support Systems assists extension faculty and staff in thedevelopment of grants and contracts, provides technical computer support, managesthe mail service, and oversees the management and inventory of equipment.Extension and Outreach 303