Winterville Mayor Dodd Ferrelle poses with a proclamation from Governor Brian Kemp and David Sutherland's creative economies class.

Blueprint for creative prosperity

Graduate students gained the attention of Governor Brian Kemp when they worked with artists and leaders in Winterville to create a blueprint for arts-based economic development. Their framework will be used to help other small towns take advantage of Georgia’s growing reputation as a home for creative industries.

A Terry College volunteer sits with students on the floor of an elementary school library during storytime

ILA students Share the Magic

Leonard Leadership Scholars with the Institute for Leadership Advancement dedicate their time and skills to help non-profits – like Malcolm Mitchell’s Share the Magic – thrive and local governments better serve their communities.