General HIU News

New York Times Columnist Ross Douthat to Speak at HIU

November 21, 2024

Ross Douthat headshot
Dec 12

7:00 pm

Post-Religious Life in America: Can It Work?

Join New York Times columnist Ross Douthat in conversation with President Joel N. Lohr for a fascinating discussion.With religious attendance and affiliation both in decline, New York Times columnist Ross Douthat, in conversation with President Joel N. Lohr, will discuss the possibilities and

Book launch image for Muhammad in the Seminary
Dec 04

7:00 pm

Book Launch: Muhammad in the Seminary by Rev. Dr. David D. Grafton

Join us at Hartford International University for Religion and Peace for an insightful evening discussing Rev. Dr. David D. Grafton's latest book. This in-person and livestreamed event promises to be engaging and thought-provoking, shedding light on Dr. Grafton's research about how Islam was studied

Alumni News

Islamic Chaplaincy Alum Joins Trinity College as Director of Muslim Life

October 23, 2024

Osman Simsek '24, MA in Islamic Chaplaincy alum, was hired recently as the Director of Muslim Life at Trinity College in Hartford. His journey towards becoming a Muslim chaplain began with the unsettling images of doctors and nurses fighting on the frontlines of the COVID-19 pandemic. Moved by their determination to help others despite facing death, Osman asked himself how he could contribute to society. 

  • MT Winter with toys
    Oct 23

    9:00 am

    Toy Drive: Christmas Gift-Giving Ministry

    Professor Emerita Miriam Therese (MT) Winter will be back in Hartford in December to continue her long tradition of donating toys and gift items to needy children in Hartford.The Where Love Is Christmas Gift-Giving Ministry to Children in Need has been in operation for several decades. MT and her

    General HIU News

    Faculty Note Passing of Important Islamic Scholar

    October 22, 2024

    At HIU’s Faculty Council meeting on Oct. 21, faculty members noted the passing of an important Islamic scholar and leader, Muhammed Fethullah Gülen. 

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