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MAP Alum Appointed to National Children's Commission of MalawiDecember 15, 2025
The National Children’s Commission (NCC) of Malawi, established by an Act of Parliament in 2019, was officially launched on December 6, 2025, marking its full operational status to address urgent challenges facing the nation’s youth, including child marriage, poverty, violence, and neglect. Helping to lead this critical charge is Lyka Mtambo ‘23, who represents the religious sector on the five-member commission.
General HIU News
HIU Welcomes New Director of DevelopmentDecember 8, 2025
Margot has over 25 years of experience in fundraising and advancement, including nearly two decades in higher education. She has a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from the University of Hartford. Most recently, Margot served as Director of Advancement and Marketing at KNOX, Inc., where she was responsible for overseeing fundraising strategy, donor relations, donor-focused events, and grants. She’s held previous positions at Friends Center for Children, The Amistad Center for Art and Culture, and MetroHartford Alliance.
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Toy Drive Marks 25th Year with Video Visit from MT WinterDecember 4, 2025
This marks the 25th year of the Where Love Is Christimas Gift-Giving Ministry to Children in Need, and volunteers were thrilled to see Professor Emerita Miriam Therese Winter cheering them on via video feed from her home in Philadelphia.
General HIU News
President Sherry L. Turner’s Installation Set for April 26, 2026December 3, 2025
HIU is proud to announce that the official installation of President Sherry L. Turner will take place at 3 p.m. on Sunday, April 26, 2026, at the West Hartford Town Hall Auditorium.
General HIU News
Indonesian Scholars Recognized for Completing ProgramNovember 20, 2025
On Wednesday, Nov. 19, HIU held a certificate ceremony for 10 Indonesian scholars from the Istiqlal Mosque Ulama Cadre Education (PKUMI) program who joined us approximately three months prior.
Alumni News
Peacebuilding Alum Returns as Assistant Program DirectorNovember 11, 2025
Hina Khan, who earned her Master of Arts in International Peacebuilding (MAP) from HIU in 2025, has been appointed Assistant Program Director for the same program.
General HIU News
Greater Hartford Community Unites at Prayer Breakfast on HungerNovember 6, 2025
The Greater Hartford community gathered on Nov. 6 for the annual Multifaith Prayer Breakfast, which drew more than 150 guests. Centered on the theme “A Table for All: Faith and Action to Overcome Hunger,” the event featured keynote speaker Amari Brantley, Policy Coordinator for End Hunger Connecticut!
General HIU News
John Lewis Institute Trains Ministers in Public Leadership, AdvocacyOctober 30, 2025
In 2022, the Hartford Foundation for Public Giving awarded a $38,027 Access Grant to HIU's Howard Thurman Center (HTC). This funding allowed the HTC to establish the John Lewis Institute for Public Leadership project, which has trained over 50 Black and Latinx clergy members through workshops, webinars, and mentorships. The program, which culminated its work this year, is rooted in the 40-year legacy of the Howard Thurman Center's Black Ministries Program and focused on advocacy, government, and public leadership.
General HIU News
HIRR Welcomes New Postdoctoral Research FellowOctober 22, 2025
The Hartford Institute for Religion Research at HIU welcomes Postdoctoral Research Fellow Dr. Grego Peña-Camprubí to the Exploring the Pandemic Impact on Congregations (EPIC) team.
Faculty In The News
Shiloh Church to Celebrate 40th Pastoral Anniversary of Bishop Dr. Benjamin K. WattsOctober 22, 2025
Shiloh Baptist Church announces the 40th Pastoral Anniversary of its esteemed leader, Bishop Dr. Benjamin K. Watts. A weekend of celebration is scheduled for October 24-26, 2025, to honor four decades of his visionary leadership, integrity, and unwavering devotion.