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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HIU Highlights
Academic Programs
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
Learning opportunities for thriving in a religiously complex world.
Learn More »Religion Research
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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General HIU News
Library Director Engages in Critical Dialogue on Antiracism and Interfaith StudiesJune 26, 2025
Karla Grafton, Director of Library Services at HIU, recently participated in a thought-provoking session at the Atla Annual 2025 conference.
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American Christian Nationalism, Christian Zionism, and the Middle EastIn a recent interview, U.S. Sen. Ted Cruz (R-Texas) indicated that he supported a war against the Islamic Republic of Iran by Israel and the United States because of his Christian beliefs based on his particular understanding of the Bible. Senator Cruz’s comments reveal popular American Christian
- Shia Holiday of Eid Ghadir Recognized
- Event Raises Funds for Imam Ali Library & Research Center, Post Doc
- Singapore Mosque Leaders Visit HIU to Explore Collaboration
- Dr. Bilal Ansari Contributes to Book on Divine Revelation and Communication
- Dr. Lucinda Mosher Co-edits Book on Interreligious Pedagogies and Practices
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
Equitable Justice & International Peacebuilding
Conflict Transformation: Harnessing the Energy of Conflict to Work towards Justice
Discover the difference between conflict resolution and conflict transformation—and why the latter is central to Hartford International University’s approach to peacebuilding, interreligious dialogue, and justice-centered education. The post Conflict Transformation: Harnessing the Energy of Conflict to Work towards Justice first appeared on Religion & Peace.
Chaplaincy
The Need for Climate Conscious Chaplains
Read more about Lynn Trotta’s journey to discovering eco-chaplaincy and the work chaplains are doing in this field to provide comfort to careseekers and advocating for climate justice. The post The Need for Climate Conscious Chaplains first appeared on Religion & Peace.
Equitable Justice & International Peacebuilding
Jewish Peacebuilding Student Testifies on Antisemitism Bill
Local resident and HIU student Hannah Belsky recently testified before the CT General Assembly on a bill to form a task force on antisemitism in K-12 education. The post Jewish Peacebuilding Student Testifies on Antisemitism Bill first appeared on Religion & Peace.
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