“Branching Out: Beyond the Family Tree” Featuring Byron Hurt, AMD’93

Meet Byron Hurt, AMD’93! After starting his journalism career at The Patriot Ledger while at Northeastern, Byron transitioned to documentary filmmaking that focuses on hot-button topics. Byron’s latest film, “Lee and Liza’s Family Tree,” traces the history of the Hurt family through various genealogical practices while using it as a vessel to explore a range of social issues. Learn more about Byron’s Northeastern experience, his journalistic inspirations, and his upcoming projects!