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As Paris prepares to host the Olympics, an expert weighs in on the event's impact on the hosting city

Panoramic view of Paris showcasing the Eiffel Tower in the distance.
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Our weekly program, Missouri State Journal, is a collaboration between KSMU Radio and Missouri State University. It's hosted and produced by MSU's Office of Strategic Communication, and it airs each Tuesday morning at 9:45 on KSMU.

The 2024 Summer Olympics will take place July 26 to Aug. 11.

This year, the world’s greatest athletes will converge in Paris, turning the City of Lights into a global sports epicenter. But it’s not just the athletes and spectators feeling the heat, the Paris service industry is also preparing for a whirlwind of activity.

From bustling hotels and restaurants to the busy streets filled with eager fans, the Olympics are a game-changer for a hosting city.

Dr. Tina Liang, a professor in the School of Hospitality and Agriculture Leadership at Missouri State University, discusses the challenges the service industry will face and the pressure to maintain high standards under a global spotlight.

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Adair Seifert has worked at Missouri State University since 2022. She’s currently the content strategist in the Office of Strategic Communication. She is a content creator and social media manager and has a BS in communication studies from Evangel University.