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General HIU News
HIU Invited to Participate in Endow Hartford 21
April 2, 2026
We are thrilled to announce that Hartford International University (HIU) has been invited to participate in Endow Hartford 21 (EH21), a prestigious initiative that helps local nonprofits build lasting endowment funds.
Faculty In The News
Dr. Deena Grant Promoted to Full Professor of Jewish StudiesApril 1, 2026
HIU is pleased to announce the promotion of Dr. Deena Grant to the rank of full professor, a result of her record of excellence in teaching, research, and service to the institution.
Alumni News
Tricia Pethic '19 Bridges Faith and Healing
March 26, 2026
Islamic Chaplaincy alum Tricia Pethic ‘19 answered the call to be a Chaplain when she observed that, frequently, people confided in her personal matters that they hadn’t told anyone else. Now, she is the founding director of a nonprofit called Muslim Prisoner Project and the owner of a private pastoral counseling practice, Naseeha Pastoral Counseling LLC.
General HIU News
HIU Welcomes New Registrar
March 17, 2026
Gail has over 20 years of experience in academic administration, advising, and student records management. She has a Master of Arts with a focus in Ministry in Everyday Life from HIU and a Bachelor of Science in Human Development, Family Services, and Counseling from the University of Connecticut. Gail is currently pursuing a Doctor of Education in Educational Leadership at the University of Hartford.
Upcoming Events
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Noah: A Future HopeJoin us on an artistic journey exploring three faiths, three artists, one story.While this opening reception and program is free, we would like to encourage you consider making a donation to defray the costs of these ongoing interreligious art exhibitions. If you believe that art can transform
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Graduation 2026Please join us for Graduation on the lawn in front of 77 Sherman St. The procession of graduates, faculty, and board members will begin promptly at 3 p.m. with a reception to follow the ceremony. We encourage friends and family to arrive no later than 2:30 p.m. to secure parking and find a seat
8:30 am
Spiritualities of Resilience: Aligning with EarthIn a fractured, fracturing world, when human insanity is threatening the health and future of life on the planet, where do we find a deeper, wilder sanity? What would it mean to root into this sanity, to listen with our bodies and hearts and relationships to the holy in it all and shape our
3:00 pm
Annual Ghadeer ConferenceSave the date for the Annual Ghadeer Conference at Hunter College in New York City on Thursday, June 4, and Friday, June 5. The topic will be Genealogies of Shi'i Traditions: From Hilla to Hyderabad, 1258-1335.The keynote speaker will be Asma Afsaruddin, Class of 1950 Herman B. Wells Endowed
From the Blog
Spirituality & the Journey to Faith
Why I do what I do at HIU: A Personal Journey
In October of 2004, my family and I were enjoying a quiet getaway on the shore of the Red Sea in Egypt. We were living in Egypt at the time and had decided to visit... The post Why I do what I do at HIU: A Personal Journey first appeared on Religion & Peace.
Building Interfaith Communities
Multi-partiality as a Path to Transformative Peace: Lessons from Constructive Conflict Intervention
Over the past few months, my understanding of multi-partiality has shifted from something abstract into something lived and embodied. The post Multi-partiality as a Path to Transformative Peace: Lessons from Constructive Conflict Intervention first appeared on Religion & Peace.
Building Interfaith Communities
Why the D.Min. Is More Relevant than Ever for Chaplains and Congregational Leaders
Explore how getting a D.Min. degree from Hartford International University equips chaplains, faith and congregational leaders to navigate post-pandemic ministry, innovate with impact, and strengthen communities through reflective leadership. The post Why the D.Min. Is More Relevant than Ever for Chaplains and Congregational Leaders first appeared on Religion & Peace.
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