It was an exciting and sentimental celebration for the University of Hartford community as we inaugurated President Lawrence P. Ward as our seventh president on Saturday, October 26.
The ceremony at Lincoln Theater was the high point of UHart’s annual Hawktober Weekend. A full audience of family, friends, representatives from other colleges, and distinguished guests cheered as Ward was presented with the University’s charter and mace, and the medallion signifying his office was placed around his neck.
This event marked the start of a new era of excellence under the leadership of President Ward, and the bright future ahead for UHart. He spoke of the “amplifying effect” of a University of Hartford education—and we know he will be a transformative leader for our institution in this mission.
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Honoring President Ward
Lawrence P. Ward became the University of Hartford’s seventh president on July 1, 2024.
A dynamic leader in the national higher education landscape with deep Connecticut roots, Ward arrived at UHart after a successful 10-year tenure at Babson College in Wellesley, Massachusetts, where he served as vice president for learner success and dean of campus life.
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