One Year In, President Lawrence P. Ward Looks Back—and Ahead

He’s building upon the foundation for a strong future at the University of Hartford, but Ward says it’s the everyday interactions with students that bring him the most joy.

Prosthetics and Orthotics Students Take Their Skills Overseas

Each year for the past several years, students have served patients in hospitals in Kenya and Peru—and the program is slated to expand next year.

UHart Hosts FOX61 Student News Awards

The ceremony to honor high school journalists has been held on the University of Hartford campus since 2018.

UHart Students' Formula Race Car Notches Big Gains in Michigan

This year was the biggest improvement yet for UHart’s chapter of the Formula Society of Automotive Engineers. Their student-designed vehicle raced against more than a hundred cars from teams around the world.

UHart in the News: 2024-2025 Coverage Highlights

From move-in to Commencement, numerous news reports brought the UHart story to newspapers and TV screens around the region.

Two UHart Students Present at Hartford AI Day 2025

The computer science students, in collaboration with UHart’s Hydration Health Center, used machine learning to reveal the biological and psychological factors behind hydration.

UHart Hosts Connecticut Manufacturing Roundtable

The roundtable discussion centered on how higher education and local industries can more closely partner to grow the state’s workforce in the future.

Professor Helps Women Break into Sports Media Careers

Professor of digital media and journalism, Susan Cardillo, works toward the goal of helping women develop sports broadcasting careers by getting jobs and internships in the field. This story was published in the Fall 2024 edition of H, UHart's magazine.

University of Hartford Celebrates the Class of 2025

“A prayer, a poet, and a parable” was the theme of Lawrence P. Ward’s first Commencement address as UHart’s president. He spoke to undergraduates at the XL Center in downtown Hartford, with David Thompson ’89 M’91, vice president of commercial services for Boston Scientific, giving the graduate address.

A Gold-Medal Experience

Two UHart students got the rare chance to be part of the 2024 Paris Olympics TV coverage. This story was published in the Fall 2024 edition of H, UHart's magazine.

The Joy of Teaching

With a career spanning more than 30 years, Carolina Flores has held many roles—teacher, conductor, performer—all deeply intertwined and fulfilling in their own way. This story was published in the Fall 2024 edition of H, UHart's magazine.

First-Generation UHart Students Celebrate Their Journey

Hundreds of students and family members attended the celebration, where the students were presented with special cords to wear with their regalia during Commencement.

Ingenuity, Communication Skills on Display at CETA Design Expo

Ten design projects took home top honors, with 25 students getting accolades for their exemplary work.

Barney Leads Record-Breaking Study Abroad Trip to Northern Spain

Students Explored Sustainability, Culture, and Business Innovation Across the Basque Country and Beyond

Barney Students Drive Community Impact with Data-Driven Projects for Upper Albany

Fourteen students in the Barney School of Business teamed up with Upper Albany Main Street to help business owners improve their technology skills, digitize paper information, and make decisions to shape their future.

UHart Students’ Marketing Pitch Wows a High-Profile Client

In a semester-long project, students working in Crested Communications, UHart’s student-run communications agency, crafted a marketing strategy for the 250th anniversary of “The President’s Own” United States Marine Band.

Hosting High-Profile Guests to Educate and Inspire

UHart continues to host federal and state officials as they announce policies and have important conversations about shaping the future of those they serve. This story was published in the Fall 2024 edition of H, UHart's magazine.

A “Convincer” for Distracted Driving Awareness Month

State and local police brought a device that simulates a 5 MPH crash to campus to send a message about staying alert behind the wheel.

Creating New Opportunities: New Gifts & Scholarships

The generosity of our donors continues to pave the way for future success and career readiness for our students. This story was published in the Fall 2024 edition of H, UHart's magazine.

UHart Aerospace Students Soar in Design-Build-Fly Competition

It was the University’s first appearance in the competition by the American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics.

UHart Architecture Students Advance Sustainable Design Dialogue in Germany

Architectural Design + Technology students spent time in Germany to collaborate, learn, and experience sustainable design skills.

First-Year CETA Student Climbing to New Heights

Pushing his own limits, a CETA student climbs to new heights outside the classroom.

UHart Student Athletes Show K-5 Kids the Ropes in LoMaglio Youth Sports Clinic

The annual Dr. A. Peter LoMaglio Day of Community Service and Citizenship featured stations for baseball, basketball, lacrosse, soccer, and more.

Cardona Tells Future Education and Health Professionals: “You Are Essential”

Former U.S. Secretary of Education Miguel Cardona spoke to students and faculty of the College of Education, Nursing, and Health Professions at the “We Are ENHP” Scholarship Showcase.

Thinking Differently About Disability

Attorney and activist Haben Girma told a capacity crowd in Wilde Auditorium, “Deafblindness is not my biggest barrier. My biggest barrier is ableism.”

University of Hartford Cuts Ribbon on Zachs Hillel Center

The newly renovated center for Jewish life on campus is made possible through the generosity of the Zachs Family Foundation.

UHart Students Receive Winning Advice at NBC Sports Headquarters

33 students in UHart’s communication, sports management, and digital media & journalism programs got to learn from the pros.

University of Hartford Donors “Soar for More” on Record-Breaking Day of Giving

UHart’s 10th annual fundraising challenge raised $556,847 from 1,808 donors in more than 35 states.

University of Hartford Hosts NASA and Its Prime Contractors

The event was a chance for more than 100 Connecticut manufacturers to learn more about how to do business with the aerospace agency.

“Career to the Classroom Day” Brings Guest Speakers, Networking Opportunities for Students

More than a thousand students in more than 50 classes got to hear from alumni and industry representatives who shared their expertise and career journeys.

Future Teachers Connect with Peers at Prestigious Statewide Conference

Five University of Hartford undergraduates were among the 70 attendees at the AMTEC conference, which featured panel discussions and workshops.

Hartt Community Division Hosts Boys & Girls Club for Leadership Conference

The “Future Ready” conference welcomed students ages 10-18 for sessions devoted to such topics as building leadership qualities, communication skills, and self-esteem.

Renowned Economist Talks “Trump, Tariffs and Trade” at Deeds Symposium

Douglas A. Irwin, the John French Professor of Economics at Dartmouth College, questioned the Trump administration’s tariff policy and the rationale behind it.

University of Hartford Announces 2025 Commencement Speakers

President Lawrence P. Ward will address the undergraduate ceremony, while Board of Regents Vice Chair David Thompson ’89 M ’91 will address the graduate ceremony.

Hartt School Dance Division Presents “Spring Hartt Dances 2025”

An exciting program of five dynamic works, ranging from classical to contemporary dance, will be presented April 10-12.

UHart Looks to "Soar for More” on 10th Annual Day of Giving

The University’s 24-hour fundraising challenge will be held on Wednesday, April 2.

“Career to Classroom Day” Returns to UHart March 26

More than 1,000 students will get to network with alumni and industry leaders in the second year of this highly successful event by the Allan Center for Career and Professional Development and the Office of Development and Alumni Affairs.

HAWKS Project Prepares to Take Flight Aboard NASA Rocket

The project, spearheaded by a team from UHart’s College of Engineering, Technology, and Architecture, aims to study how solar activity interacts with the Earth’s upper atmosphere.

“Trump, Tariffs, and Trade: What’s at Stake?” is the Topic of UHart’s 2025 Deeds Symposium

Renowned economist Douglas A. Irwin will give this year’s lecture on Thursday, March 27, in Wilde Auditorium. It is free and open to the public.

UHart Hosts First-Ever Connecticut State Agency Career Event

Students were able to learn about full-time positions, internships, and summer employment with more than a dozen state departments. It’s the first such event the state has held on a college campus.

“How Can the Grid Deal with a Messy World?” Exhibit Opening at Joseloff Gallery

The exhibit, from March 6 – April 12, is the latest iteration of designer and multidisciplinary artist Silas Munro’s ongoing project, “Black Grids.”

Hartford Art School’s Silpe Gallery Features “Dream Murals” Exhibition

From March 3 – April 12, the gallery is being given over to six HAS alumni in a community-centered exhibition that creates an opportunity for artists to share the transformative power of public art.

First 'Scholars of Excellence' Receive Scholarship Offers

The program, funded by a $3 million gift from Stanley Black & Decker, provides scholarships to students from 29 towns within the Greater Hartford region, addressing rising unmet need and helping to grow the local workforce.

Students Participate in Physics Department Research on Biomechanics of the Human Arm

Supported by a grant from NASA-CT Space Grant, the research explored the biomechanics of the human arm under various conditions.

A&S Receives $100,000 Gift in Memory of Math Department Faculty Member

The gift will establish the Joel D. Kagan Endowed Memorial Faculty Development Fund, in memory of a 46-year member of the department.

Author Scott Nadelson Wins Prestigious Literary Award from UHart’s Greenberg Center

UHart's Maurice Greenberg Center for Judaic Studies has named author Scott Nadelson as the winner of the 2024 Edward Lewis Wallant Award.

UHart Gears Up for the Next Class of Hawks

A season of accepted student events is in full swing, as excitement builds for the University of Hartford Class of 2029.

Celebrating Dr. King’s Legacy: “I Am My Ancestors’ Wildest Dreams”

The University’s annual celebration of the life of Martin Luther King, Jr., was also a commitment to carry Dr. King’s work into the future.

Guy Drapeau Named Vice President & Chief Financial and Administrative Officer

The experienced financial professional comes to UHart after an 18-year stay at Trinity College.

UHart In the News: Hartford Courant Profiles New Sports, DIII Transition Progress

The front-page story featured interviews with President Ward, Athletic Director Alicia Queally, coaches, and student-athletes.

The Hartt School’s Zaccai Curtis Wins Grammy for Best Latin Jazz Album

Curtis’s album, “Cubop Lives!” is a tribute to Afro-Cuban jazz performers such as Jackie McLean, Charlie Parker, and Dizzy Gillespie.

UHart’s Online Nursing, Business, and Education Programs Make U.S. News List

Several of the programs recognized have been on the list for multiple years, and all improved their rankings from last year.

UHart Rolls Out New Undergraduate Programs in Fintech and Neuroscience

The new programs continue the University’s commitment to preparing students for rewarding careers in high-demand fields.

The Hartt School’s Javon Jackson and Poet Nikki Giovanni Nominated for NAACP Image Award

Their album, “Javon & Nikki Go to the Movies,” was the last project Giovanni released before her passing in December.

Inaugural Class of DNP Graduates Ready to Take Their Next Career Steps

Members of the first cohort of Doctor of Nursing Practice say the skills they’ve learned at UHart will help them rise to new heights in their careers.

Hillyer College’s Noel Casiano Wants Us to Stress Less—and Live More

In his book, STRESS LESS, LIVE MORE, Noel Casiano, associate professor of psychology and human services, shares tips for managing stress and finding balance in life, and a better understanding of the risks it creates to our psychological, emotional, and biological health.

UHart Celebrates Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

The University of Hartford commemorates the prominent life and achievements of civil rights leader Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. on Feb. 5 in Lincoln Theater with a program dedicated to his honor, titled “I am My Ancestors Wildest Dreams.”

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.