U.S. Senator Richard Blumenthal urged the nearly 1,100 undergraduate members of the University of Hartford’s Class of 2012 to take up the challenges that his generation has so far been unable to solve. While the 7,500 in attendance sat under beautiful blue skies on Sunday, May 20, Blumenthal reminded them of the dark days that the world faces and that they can help address.
Under beautiful blue skies and a tent with spires that conjured up images of “Camelot,” nearly 400 students received their master’s and doctoral degrees from the University of Hartford on Saturday, May 19. For photos, audio clips and information on honorary degree recipients, please click on "Commencement Press Kit" on the left.
The University of Hartford’s accreditation has been continued by the New England Association of Schools and Colleges. A letter notifying University President Walter Harrison of the continuation praised the University for “unparalleled resurgence” over the past decade.