Hartford Seminary is now Hartford International University for Religion and Peace.
As a pioneering, interreligious, international university, Hartford International has helped thousands of people find peace within, and many thousands more find peace with each other. At HIU, we engage in robust religious studies and meaningful interfaith dialogue to deepen our beliefs, respect our differences, and help bring peace to the world.
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Academic Programs (Interreligious Peace Studies)
Pioneering an interreligious environment like no other – we help thousands of people deepen their faith & lead countless more out of conflict.

Continuing and Professional Education
We help individuals understand religious differences whether in the community or in the workplace.
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From our faculty to our students, Hartford International is home to and fosters world-renowned scholars who are engaged in religion research – exploring answers to questions of faith in the world today.
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Global & Community Partnerships
Our students work with religious scholars across the globe – from consortiums with the world’s top academic institutions to local and international communities.
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A Heart for All
Our approach to theological study is about building connections and experiencing our differences – nourishing love for the entire human family, no matter where you come from or what faith you hold closest in your heart.
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From the Blog

From the Blog
What Does a Chaplain Do and How Much Do They Get Paid?
Chaplaincy is a critical field that is growing around the world. Chaplains provide spiritual and emotional support to individuals who may be going through difficult times, and they are trained to provide care and counseling...
The post What Does a Chaplain Do and How Much Do They Get Paid? first appeared on Religion & Peace.

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Reducing Microaggressions & Religious Bias Through Interfaith Dialogue
As a Latina immigrant in the U.S., I have often been assumed to be Mexican. People bluntly ask me when I left Mexico. I don’t take the label “Mexican” as an insult, but I feel...
The post Reducing Microaggressions & Religious Bias Through Interfaith Dialogue first appeared on Religion & Peace.

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Potential Pitfalls Of Interfaith Dialogue
One of the main purposes of interfaith dialogue is to engage with people in a way that expands your heart and mind and provides insight and understanding into religious practices outside of your own. Inevitably,...
The post Potential Pitfalls Of Interfaith Dialogue first appeared on Religion & Peace.