ISU Extension program in NE Iowa adds a new staffer

Cindy Thompson has joined the ranks of the Iowa State University Extension program for Northeast Iowa.  Thompson will serve Allamakee, Chickasaw, Clayton, Fayette, Howard and Winneshiek counties, providing programming in the fields of family life and finance.

Thompson received her bachelor's degree in psychology and a minor in administrating child care programs and family life and resource management from Northwest Missouri State University. In 2011, she received her master's degree in human development and family studies from Iowa State University. She has experience with curriculum development, program planning and implementation, teaching and grant administration, all experience that will be helpful in her new position.