Holiday Happenings

From sharing with others in the local community to learning about differing customs and celebrations, campus comes alive in the spirit of the season.

UHart Students and Faculty Among NASA Grant Recipients

The NASA Connecticut Space Grant Consortium is funding nearly a dozen student and faculty projects as part of its Fall 2024 round of grants.

UHart Musicians Bring the Holiday Cheer to Hartford Sing-Along

Partnering with UConn, students from two UHart a capella groups and HCD instrumentalists led a once and future holiday tradition.

Congratulations to the 2024 A&S First-Year Seminar Symposium Winners

A&S students presented their First-Year Seminar projects for the Annual FYS Symposium and students’ collaborative presentations were judged by alumni and faculty.

UHart’s Center for Montessori Studies Receives $100K Gift

The gift, from Wend, Inc., will support the Center’s work to create new knowledge, facilitate exchange and advance Montessori education.

Hartt Alumnus and “MJ” Star Shares Experience, and Dance Moves

Jamaal Fields-Green returned to Hartford as the star of the national tour of “MJ: The Musical” at the Bushnell, and gave a masterclass for some Hartt students.

21 Students Earn Accolades at Fall CETA Design Expo

Seven projects, ranging from musical instruments to load management systems, took home top honors in their divisions.

Hillyer Honors Students Take Part in Penguin Encounter Experience at Mystic Aquarium

Seven Hillyer College Honors students recently had the opportunity to get up close and personal with an endangered African penguin at Mystic Aquarium’s Penguin Encounter experience.

UHart Celebrates Comfort Dog Teddy’s Third Birthday With “Teddies for Teddy”

Teddy and his partner, Public Safety Officer Michael Calderon, were recently honored for their support of UHart students, faculty, and surrounding communities.

Three Barney Students Place Second in National Insurance Industry Competition

The NAAIA National Talent Development Competition aims to empower African American insurance professionals.

CETA Professor Awarded Grant for Roundabout Study

Clara Fang, professor and chair of the Department of Civil, Environmental, and Biomedical Engineering, earned accolades for a previous study using AI to evaluate Connecticut’s bridges.

Barney School of Business Celebrates its 2024 Hall of Fame Inductees

Throughout the night, honorees and leaders talked about the transformative experiences of a Barney education that allow graduates to excel in their careers.

City of Hartford Awards $500K Grant to Upper Albany Main Street

The economic development, community revitalization organization is partly housed at the Barney School of Business.

Unforgettable Memories and Hawk Pride Shine at Hawktober: Homecoming and Family Weekend 2024

From the Inauguration of President Ward and the Grant Family Track and Field Ribbon Cutting to Hawktoberfest and the 50(ish) Reunion, Hawktober 2024 was one for the books.

New Publication Spotlights Performance Art Protest by Iranian Artist

The publication, by the Hartford Art School Galleries, commemorates the monumental "Body Quilt: A Fire for Peace."

Students Learn Real-World Storytelling from PBS Host Jane Whitney

The wide-ranging discussion centered on civil discourse and the importance of being a well-rounded consumer of news.

CETA Celebrates Latest Cohort of Pratt & Whitney Scholars

Five new students have been added to the program, which provides scholarships to those in aerospace-related programs.

Seven Alumni Receive 2024 Anchor Awards

Given at the start of Hawktober Weekend, the awards are UHart’s most prestigious alumni honors.

UHart Cuts Ribbon on Grant Family Track and Field

UHart alumnus and Board of Regents member Kevin Grant ’82, M ’86, cut the ribbon on the track named in recognition of his generous leadership gift to the University.

President Lawrence P. Ward is Inaugurated

The ceremony in a packed Lincoln Theater was the high point of Hawktober Weekend.

Hartt Salsa All-Stars Bring the Beat to D.C.

The group was one of the headliners at a star-studded event spearheaded by Education Secretary Miguel Cardona.

UHart Welcomes Renowned Historian on “Preserving Democracy”

The latest event in the Rogow Distinguished Visiting Lecturer Program will take place Thursday, October 24, in the days leading up to Hawktober Weekend.

Seven UHart Alumni to Receive 2024 Anchor Awards

The University’s most prestigious alumni honors will be given on Friday, October 25, at the start of Hawktober Weekend.

President Lawrence P. Ward to be Inaugurated Hawktober Weekend

The inauguration will take place Saturday, October 26, in Lincoln Theater, followed by a reception in the Francis X. and Nancy Hursey Center for Advanced Engineering and Health Professions.

Two UHart Programs Receive ABET Accreditations

The prestigious honor means more career opportunities in high-tech, high-demand fields.

Pathways: Hartford Art School Faculty Show Begins September 12

The student-organized show, to be held at the Joseloff Gallery through December 14, features works from the past two years by full-time, part-time, and visiting faculty.

“U-RISE at UHart” Prepares Students for Careers in Biomedical Research

A $1.6 million grant from the National Institutes of Health will fund advanced undergraduate scholarships and training.

The 2024-25 Garmany Chamber Music Series Performances Announced

World-class chamber music series held at The Hartt School, University of Hartford

President Lawrence P. Ward Welcomes the Class of 2028

More than 1,300 students are joining the campus community, from the largest applicant pool since 2017.

High School Students Learn to “Be the Change” as Media Producers

The first-of-its-kind program seeks to inspire young people to pursue careers in news, media production, and activism.

UHart Physical Therapy Students Make a Difference Across the Globe

For the second year in a row, a team of physical therapy students from the University of Hartford took their skills halfway around the world.

Barney School of Business is One of The Princeton Review’s “Best Business Schools for 2024”

Barney is one of 244 schools to receive the prestigious honor.

Building Food Security for Hartford

Volunteers gathered on campus to begin construction on a neighborhood farm which will supply thousands of pounds of fresh produce per year – including to UHart’s food pantry, “The Nosh.”

Lawrence P. Ward Begins His Tenure as University of Hartford President

Lawrence P. Ward, a dynamic leader in the national higher education landscape with deep Connecticut roots, has begun his tenure as the seventh president of the University of Hartford.

UHart Partners With CT Teacher Residency Program

New Program Creates Pathway to Master’s Degree Focusing on Elementary Education

UHart Hosts Connecticut Service Symposium

the University of Hartford’s 1877 Club hosted the first-ever Connecticut Service Symposium, which brought together leaders from across the state and nation to discuss opportunities for public service in the state.

Three Public Safety Team Members Reflect on Military Service

During Military Appreciation Month in May, we heard from three members of the University of Hartford Department of Public Safety who served in the armed forces.

The Women's Advancement Initiative Honors the Life of Jan Cassells Sweet ’65 (HCW)

Hartford College for Women alumna, Jan Cassells Sweet '65, recently passed away. She was a community volunteer, philanthropist, and friend of the University.

Multi-Million Dollar Scholarship Gift Will Create Pathways for More Connecticut Students

The $3 million gift will provide scholarships to students from 29 towns within the Greater Hartford region, addressing rising unmet need.

New Fuel Cells Power UHart’s Sustainability Goals

Several UHart alumni came out to celebrate the installation of the fuel cells, which will generate power for the campus and reduce the load on the electrical grid.

ENHP Professor is UHart’s Latest Fulbright Scholar

The prestigious award will allow K. Kayon Morgan to embark on a four-month project which will take her to South Africa and Jamaica.

UHart Students Rev Up Big Gains in Formula Race Car Competition

Students from the College of Engineering, Technology, and Architecture headed to the Michigan International Speedway, bringing a formula-style race car they designed and built themselves.

New Hillel Center to Open Later This Year

The University of Hartford is pleased to announce that the new Zachs Hillel Center will open later this year in a renovated space in the University Commons building.

$1 Million Gift Will Transform Track and Field, Promoting Excellence—and Access—For the Entire UHart Community

Opening in fall 2024, the Grant Family Track and Field will be named in recognition of UHart alumnus and member of the Board of Regents, Kevin Grant '82, M '86, thanks to his generous leadership gift to the University.

UHart Students’ Balloon Grabs a Front-Row Seat for the Eclipse

Thousands of people took to the roads on April 8 to catch the solar eclipse—and one group of UHart students and faculty had a closer look than most.

UHart Celebrates Class of 2024 at Commencement

More Than 1,200 Graduate and Undergraduate Students Hear from Two Distinguished Alums.

Prosthetics and Orthotics Students Transform Lives in Kenya and Peru

UHart's physical therapy graduate students traveled to Kenya and Peru, where they helped patients in need of prosthetic devices and worked with Kenyan healthcare providers.

CETA Students Showcase 95 Projects At This Spring's Design Expo

Innovation was on display as sophomores and seniors from the College of Engineering, Technology and Architecture (CETA) gathered to show off their design skills at the spring 2024 CETA Design Expo.

UHart Professor Receives Fulbright U.S. Scholar Award

Sundeep Muppidi, a professor of communication in the College of Arts and Sciences, has received a Fulbright U.S. Scholar Award for the 2024-2025 academic year from the U.S. Department of State and the Fulbright Foreign Scholarship Board.

UHart Student Athletes Spread Love of Reading on LoMaglio Day of Community Service

A group of student athletes read books to children in Bloomfield, Connecticut at what will be an annual event known as the Dr. A. Peter LoMaglio Day of Service and Citizenship.

UHart's Community Makes 2024 Day of Giving the Most Impactful Yet

The University community joined together to celebrate UHart's ninth annual Day of Giving.

UHart and Hartford HealthCare Help Students’ Careers Take Flight

The College of Education, Nursing and Health Professions joined with Hartford HealthCare to host a lifelike simulation of a medical emergency – complete with a LifeStar landing on the quad outside the Hursey Center.

Pair of Awards to Enhance University Programs

The University of Hartford has received two new government appropriations that will greatly enhance vital programs, projects, and initiatives.

Hartford Hawks to Host Second Annual Golf Classic

The Hartford Hawks are proud to host the second annual Hartford Hawks Golf Classic on Monday, May 6, in support of the University’s athletics programs and student-athletes.

Lawrence P. Ward Named President of the University of Hartford

A dynamic leader in the national higher education landscape with deep Connecticut roots has been selected to be the next president of the University of Hartford. Lawrence P. Ward, Ed.D, currently vice president for learner success and dean of campus life at Babson College in Wellesley, Massachusetts, will become UHart’s seventh president on July 1.

Accepted Student Days to Celebrate Those Accepted to UHart

UHart's Accepted Student Days will be held on April 14 and April 27.

UHart to Welcome Leading Scholar of U.S. Abortion Debate for April 9 Lecture

Mary Ziegler, a nationally renowned authority on reproductive and constitutional rights, will present “An Examination and Implications of the Dobbs Decision” on Tuesday, April 9, at 5:30 p.m. in Wilde Auditorium.

Physical Therapy Students Provide Vital Balance and Memory Screenings for the Community

The University of Hartford’s Doctor of Physical Therapy students held a free balance and memory screening for the community at the Mandell Jewish Community Center on March 19. 

UHart Announces 2024 Commencement Speakers

Commencement addresses by two distinguished alumni will be among the highlights of the University of Hartford’s 2024 Commencement ceremonies on Sunday, May 12, at downtown Hartford’s XL Center.

UHart Appoints Two New Deans

The University of Hartford has appointed two new deans to its academic leadership team: Josie Brown has been named dean of Hillyer College and the College of Arts & Sciences, while Aarti S. Ivanic has been appointed to lead the Barney School of Business.

$600,000 Gift to Support UHart Career Readiness and Professional Development

Donald Allan Jr. '86, president and CEO of Stanley Black & Decker and Board of Regents Chair, is a passionate advocate for career readiness and professional development. He and his wife, Marilyn, recently made a generous gift to the University, one that will empower and enable student success in meaningful ways. In recognition of their generosity, UHart has created the Allan Center for Career and Professional Development.

The Hartt Dance Division Presents Hartt Dances Performances

Performances will be held April 11-13

Jesse Cole Entertains and Inspires During UHart Lecture

Two Generations of Barney Students Connect Through Barney Hall of Fame

The 2023 Alumni Hall of Fame Ceremony brought together two generations of Barney students.

University of Hartford Partners with U.S. Secret Service; Serves as Recruitment Hub

UHart has partnered with the Secret Service as an official participant in its Special Agent Talent and Achievement Recruitment Program.

Alumna Engages Young Children to Learn About Black History

ENHP alumna Yvette Cole publishes "Harriett's Dinner Party", a children's book about Black history in America.

Hartford Art School Celebrates Resident Artist Jonathan Herrera Soto in Solo Exhibition

The 2023-24 Georgette and Richard Koopman Distinguished Chair in the Visual Arts Exhibition will be on view in the Joseloff Gallery.

UHart to Launch Master of Healthcare Administration Program

The University of Hartford’s Barney School of Business is launching a new Master of Healthcare Administration (MHA) program this fall.

Rogow Distinguished Visiting Lecturer Series Presents: Jesse Cole

Jesse Cole, founder of Fans First Entertainment and owner of the Savannah Bananas, will be speaking at UHart as a part of the Rogow Distinguished Lecturer Series, on Tuesday, March 5 at 5:30 p.m. in the Chase Arena.

Governor Lamont Unveils First Legislative Proposal of 2024 at UHart

Surrounded by UHart nursing students, Lamont announced the elimination of licensure application fees for certain education, child care, and health care workers.

Hillyer’s Noel Casiano is Showcased on a Hartford Mural That Honors Community Leaders

UHart’s Noel Casiano, assistant professor of psychology & human services at Hillyer College, is one of the community leaders whose realistic image is featured on a colorful new two-story mural in the Frog Hollow section of Hartford.

Living a Hallmark Movie—and Then Writing Two Dozen of Them

Hallmark writer Julie Sherman Wolfe talked about her work, moderated by Amy Weiss, director of the Greenberg Center.

Media Features UHart Student with Undiagnosed Condition

News media featured the amazing story of a student who's condition went undiagnosed until she connected with UHart's Hartford HealthCare-run health services.

UHart to Add Field Hockey and Tennis to Intercollegiate Sports Offerings

The University of Hartford will add the sports of field hockey and men’s & women’s tennis to its intercollegiate athletics offerings beginning in fall 2024 with varsity competition to commence in fall 2025.

Faculty Member Creates Research and Practitioner Lab to Bridge the Employability Gap

The SHINE Lab focus on shaping human interaction, nurturing diversity, and enhancing employability.

Congratulations to the 2023 First-Year Seminar Symposium Winners

Read about this year’s award-winning student presentations.

Hartt Alumna Dionne Warwick Recipient of 2023 Kennedy Center Honors

Warwick Has Long Association with The Hartt School

Students Create Tik Tok Videos to Improve Understanding of Physics Concepts

Physics Professor and Students Publish Research in Creative Education Journal

Hartford Art School Galleries Offer New Perspectives on Human Rights and Social Justice Movements

The Hartford Art School Galleries featured an array of multimedia pieces, all by Iranian artist Minoo Emami in her retrospective solo show. The exhibit was featured in Hartford Courant and CT Public.

Innovative Student-Led Project Aims to Improve Mobility for 170-Pound Great Dane with Unique Orthopedic Challenge

UHart students in the Prosthetics and Orthotics program have embarked on an innovative project to enhance the mobility of Zeke, a 170-pound, 7-year-old Great Dane.

Women’s Soccer Claims ECAC Postseason Championship

The top-seeded University of Hartford women's soccer team claimed the 2023 Eastern College Athletic Conference Division III postseason championship with a 6–0 victory over the third-seeded University of Pittsburgh at Greensburg this past Sunday.

Just in Time for the Holidays — UHart’s Greenberg Center to Host Conversation with Holiday Movie Writer

Engage in a discussion with Hallmark screenwriter and Connecticut resident Julie Sherman Wolfe, hosted by the University of Hartford’s Maurice Greenberg Center for Judaic Studies. The event is free and open to the public.

U.S. Secret Service Creating Hiring Pipeline for UHart Students

Representatives from the U.S. Secret Service recently spent three days on campus to actively recruit UHart students to apply for careers with the law enforcement agency.

ENHP Student Finishes First in Women's Wheelchair Marathon

Exercise science student Helen Newman '24 finished first in Eversource Hartford Marathon's 26-mile Women's Wheelchair Race.

Career Preparation in Action

The Office of Career and Professional Development hosted several unique opportunities for UHart students to connect with alumni, employers, and even jumpstart their careers!

Hawktober 2023 Recap

Hawktober Reunion and Family Weekend 2023 was a massive success, bringing together more than 1,200 alumni, parents, students, and friends of UHart!

10 Alumni Honored with Anchor Awards

The University of Hartford honored 10 outstanding members of the alumni community with the annual Anchor Awards Oct. 20 during Hawktober Weekend.

Prosthetics & Orthotics Aids Its Tiniest Patient: A Dog

ENHP's MSPO department is working with a 12-pound pooch on a leg brace, and results so far have changed her life.

New Issue of H Magazine Now Online

The fall 2023 digital edition of the University of Hartford’s award-winning magazine, H, is now online.

UHart Hosts First Fall 2023 Open House

Potential students have two more opportunities to visit campus at our scheduled Open Houses on October 15 and November 5.

Get Ready for Hawktober 2023

Alumni, students, parents and families, and friends of the University are invited to join the fun on campus Friday, Oct. 20, to Sunday, Oct. 22.

Students Take Physical Therapy Skills Across the Globe

Physical therapy students and a professor traveled across the globe to Saipan in the Northern Mariana Islands to treat patients of all ages while living in their community.

UHart Acknowledges and Celebrates Latinx/Hispanic Heritage Month

Latinx/Hispanic Heritage Month, also known as Hispanic Heritage Month, is nationally celebrated each year from Sept. 15 to Oct. 15.

UHart Then and Now: Regents Chair Don Allan '86 Shares His Vision

Donald Allan Jr. ’86 fondly recalls 1980s UHart, but is thrilled to lead his alma mater through an exciting chapter that’s filled with ever-evolving opportunities for students.

Governor Conversation Highlights Need for Civility

Republican Governor M. Jodi Rell and Democratic Governor Ned Lamont were featured in a special program hosted by Connecticut Public at UHart.

Executive Leader of the Year Celebration Raises $300K for Scholarships

UHart honored Hartford HealthCare CEO Jeffrey Flaks at a Hursey Center reception that also supported student scholarships.

Iranian Artist Featuring Work at UHart Galleries

An interactive art installation that centers around human rights and includes a public sacrificial burning of paintings will come to UHart this fall.

Comfort Dog Teddy Joins UHart Community

The 2-year-old Labrador retriever has joined the pack at UHart’s Department of Public Safety to support students in a variety of ways.

Neal Katyal to Speak on Affirmative Action in Oct. 3 Rogow Lecture

The University is presenting “What’s Next: Unpacking the Supreme Court Ruling on Affirmative Action with Neal Katyal” through the Office of Diversity, Equity, and Community.

Pratt & Whitney is Nurturing Tomorrow's Engineers