Impact of the Arts on Local Economy

KSMU | By Theresa Bettman

Published April 16, 2018 at 9:45 AM CDT

Host Lisa Langley speaks with Leslie Forrester-Springfield Regional Arts Council

This week on Making Democracy Work, host Lisa Langley speaks with Leslie Forrester, executive director of the Springfield Regional Arts Council.

Today’s conversation explores the findings of a recent study examining the financial contribution the arts bring to Springfield and surrounding communities.

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Theresa Bettman

Theresa received her undergraduate degree in sociology at Missouri State University, as well as her Master's degree in Social Work at MSU. Theresa enjoys writing, drawing, reading, music, working with animals, and most of all spending time with her family. She wishes to continue to use her experiences, combined with her pursuit of education, to foster a sense of empowerment and social awareness in the community. Theresa loves working with KSMU and attributes her passion for NPR, and love of learning, to her father.

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