January 27, 2021
You may travel for pleasure, interface with customers or colleagues in another hemisphere or treat patients from diverse cultural backgrounds. No matter your field or career trajectory, a global perspective can only broaden your world.
That’s the philosophy behind the global studies minor, available through the Harpur College of Arts and Sciences. Open to undergraduates of every major, the popular program encourages students to research topics they are passionate about and culminates with a capstone research project that enhances their academic profile.
“The Global Studies minor proves useful in my everyday life, just in terms of looking at issues from perspectives of people I might not have much in common with,” said Jamie Ganz ’16, who studied abroad in the United Kingdom during her time at Binghamton University.
Hudson school board hires new director of operations
Thomas Barone replaces Steve Marlow; will earn $123,500 annually
HUDSON The school district has a new director of operations.
The Hudson City School District Board of Education on Friday approved hiring Thomas Barone as director of operations. Barone will receive an annual salary of $123,500 starting Jan. 4 and will be paid $475 per day for any transition days he works between Dec. 21 and Dec. 31.
Barone s contract will run through July 31, 2022. I can t say enough, in words, how excited I am to join the team, said Barone. …I think that the fit for me in Hudson couldn t be any better. I think that s really what s keeping me excited about being here this [Friday] morning.