Barbara Cruz
Barbara Cruz, professor of Secondary Education, has worked closely with the Patel Center since 2002.
Her passion for helping both teachers and students understand and engage in issues related to globalization led to the formation of the Global Schools Project, of which she is the director. As a member of the Faculty Advisory Board since 2005, Dr. Cruz has helped shape the direction of the Patel Center, particularly by leading a committee to include educational activities in the Center's strategic plan.