General HIU News

HIU to Offer Online Biblical Hebrew as Continuing Education Class

May 19, 2025

For the first time, HIU will offer a Biblical Hebew class this summer as part of its non-credit continuing education program.

General HIU News, Interfaith & Interreligious Dialogue

Peace Covenant Unites Jewish Community Leaders, Indonesian Dignitaries

May 19, 2025

A group of Indonesian dignitaries, led by Dr. Nasaruddin Umar, attended an HIU interfaith breafkast on May 16 with the express purpose of meeting Hartford-area rabbis. The highlight of the event was the signing of "The Hartford Covenant: For the Peace of the World."

General HIU News

HIU Community Celebrates President Joel N. Lohr's Tenure

May 15, 2025

The HIU community gathered on May 13 to celebrate the seven-year tenure of President Joel N. Lohr, who announced last year that he would be leaving his position at the end of June 2025.

General HIU News, Student News

Certificates, Degrees, and Prizes Awarded During 2025 Graduation

May 13, 2025

Hartford International Universeity for Religion and Peace awarded 52 degrees and certificates at our Graduation Ceremony on Thursday, May 15.

Imam Nasaruddin Umar

General HIU News, Interfaith & Interreligious Dialogue

Imam Nasaruddin Umar of Indonesia to Receive Honorary Degree

May 8, 2025

Hartford International University will award an Honorary Doctor of Divinity, honoris causa, to the esteemed Imam Nasaruddin Umar of Indonesia during Graduation on Thursday, May 15.

Joel interviewing David Brooks

General HIU News

Award-Winning Commentator David Brooks Visits HIU, Gives Public Lecture

April 30, 2025

Award-winning New York Times columnist, best-selling author, and PBS News Hour panelist David Brooks had a chance to meet some peacebuilding students at HIU on Tuesday, April 29, before a public lecture sponsored by HIU and the Spiritual Life Center as part of the Forum for Life and Meaning. 

Raj Balkaran

Affiliated Faculty

Dr. Raj Balkaran is a scholar of Sanskrit narrative literature (Indian mythological texts), especially pertaining to Indian Goddess traditions. 

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  • President Lohr at graduation 2024
    May 13

    4:30 pm

    Celebrate President Joel N. Lohr's Service to HIU

    As the 11th president of Hartford International University for Religion and Peace, Joel N. Lohr has made a profound impact on an institution known for its pioneering spirit.Join us under the tent on the front lawn at 77 Sherman St., Hartford, for drinks and hors d'oeuvres as we honor and celebrate

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