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General HIU News

New York Times Columnist Ross Douthat to Speak at HIU

November 21, 2024

Osman Simsek

Alumni News

Islamic Chaplaincy Alum Joins Trinity College as Director of Muslim Life

October 23, 2024

Osman Simsek '24, MA in Islamic Chaplaincy alum, was hired recently as the Director of Muslim Life at Trinity College in Hartford. His journey towards becoming a Muslim chaplain began with the unsettling images of doctors and nurses fighting on the frontlines of the COVID-19 pandemic. Moved by their determination to help others despite facing death, Osman asked himself how he could contribute to society. 

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General HIU News

Faculty Note Passing of Important Islamic Scholar

October 22, 2024

At HIU’s Faculty Council meeting on Oct. 21, faculty members noted the passing of an important Islamic scholar and leader, Muhammed Fethullah Gülen. 

MT Winter with toys

General HIU News

Christmas Gift-Giving Ministry Collecting Donations for 2024

October 21, 2024

Professor Emerita Miriam Therese (MT) Winter will be back in Hartford in December to continue her long tradition of donating toys and gift items to needy children in Hartford.

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Faculty In The News

Journal of Interreligious Studies Releases New Issue

October 9, 2024