Ragan Rhodes

Arts and Culture lover based in the great state of Texas!
Solutions Manager - Tessitura Network
#tessnet #liveintheculture
Opinions and hot takes are my own

[Daniel Swain @Weather_West]

I am now hearing from multiple folks in the past two hours (including some who have personally been fired) that mass firings have now commenced within NOAA--including, yes, at the National Weather Service.

[Nat'l Endow f/t Arts @NEAarts]

In the latest edition of Measure for Measure, we're looking at two recent reports that demonstrate that arts education is closely linked with positive academic outcomes and social and emotional development.

https://t.co/fEEid9ym4W

[Ragan Rhodes @OhHiRagan]

The Greater Pittsburgh Art Council has done an excellent job documenting these concerning trends: https://t.co/tbxJsnjCdr
For those interested in following and supporting arts advocacy, follow the work of Americans for the Arts: https://t.co/OWEnUfwjt0

[Ragan Rhodes @OhHiRagan]

Ever since I saw this video a couple of weeks ago, I can't stop thinking about it. https://t.co/3cB2DlCaCN
Watching reactions to the Super Bowl performance, I can't help but notice a pattern: there seems to be a visceral rejection of art without any attempt to understand it.

[Ragan Rhodes @OhHiRagan]

From my little bubble, the arts and humanities are vital foundations for critical thinking, shaping how we engage with technology, policy, and culture. Without them, we're just creating more powerful ways to amplify our societal blind spots.

[Ragan Rhodes @OhHiRagan]

And if you are in #Houston and want to get involved, start by getting connected with Hou Arts - https://t.co/WH1ilG1z0r
This initiative is an opportunity for the sector to come together to craft a platform and strategy to champion the arts.

[Ragan Rhodes @OhHiRagan]

What a powerful #TAAD2025 at the Texas Capitol! As both an arts & cultural lover and part-time policy nerd, it was an incredible day of advocacy and the data is clear: arts education, cultural tourism, and creative industries are transforming Texas. #TXlege 🎭

[Ragan Rhodes @OhHiRagan]

Major thanks to @TXfortheArts and @txculturaltrust and all who made this possible! I was so grateful to spend such valuable time catching up with old friends, making new connections and learning about ways we can support the arts.

[Ragan Rhodes @OhHiRagan]

Stop Ticket Scalpers From Fraudulently Advertising with Google - Sign the Petition! https://t.co/cs5433MzPF via @Change

[Nat'l Endow f/t Arts @NEAarts]

In response to the latest Survey of Public Participation in the Arts, @tessnetwork's Andrew Recinos identifies four lessons from "Trend Busters," his name for arts organizations that, against the odds, continue to thrive.

https://t.co/GGEEkNJfzU

[Ragan Rhodes @OhHiRagan]

I would love if my favorite arts and cultural institutions would switch to 🔵☁ so I can create a list and leave this gross site. https://t.co/daFmbBZqfr