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Joel N. Lohr | President, Hartford Seminary
By Sean Teehan
steehan@hartfordbusiness.com
In an age when fewer Americans consider
themselves affiliated with a religion, Joel N. Lohr
says interfaith engagement can provide a great
service to Hartford.
Lohr began his new job
as president of Hartford
Seminary on July 16. The
Seminary describes itself
as a non-denominational
graduate school for reli-
gious and theological stud-
ies with roots dating back
to 1834.
As Hartford Seminary's
president, Lohr's goals range from the lofty
to the practical. Ultimately, he'd like to create
understanding between members of different re-
ligions through education. But for now, he'd like
to raise local awareness of the Hartford Semi-
nary, including with the business community, so
people know the organization, what it does and
maybe even attend a lecture.
What is your top priority for Hartford Seminary?
Seminaries across the country are struggling,
yet Hartford Seminary has so much to celebrate.
It's healthy fiscally and in terms of enrollments.
But there's work to do to stay that way, and to
tell our unique interfaith story — one unlike any
other seminary in the country. Many may not
realize the gem the seminary really is, right here
in our city.
Do you think it's important for Hartford Semi-
nary to have a relationship with the business
community?
Many of our goals are the same in terms of
helping society achieve its potential for health,
meaning and happiness. I'm hoping that we can
give back to our community and that those in
our business community might look at what we
are doing, exploring possibilities for partner-
ships. Important? Essential. We need each other.
As Hartford Seminary's president, what steps
do you intend to take to engage the local busi-
ness community?
In many sectors like technology, continu-
ing education is common to ensure employees
are up-to-date in their field. In an increasingly
global business world there is a need, I think, for
education around cultural differences, of which
religion so often plays a part.
We specialize in dialogue, religious differences
and peacemaking. My hope is to invite business
professionals to consider us as a resource and
partner in these areas, whether online, on cam-
pus, or by us coming to you.
Can you tell us something about yourself most
people don't know?
I grew up in small-town, rural Ontario, Cana-
da, and have lived and worked in three different
countries (Canada, England and now the USA). I
definitely think this experience affects how I live,
lead and interact with people. It's filled me with a
love for people and gratitude for the opportuni-
ties of each day.
VERBATIM
New insurance exchange leader
"I'm just very happy and proud to be leading this organization that's doing very
important work for the residents of Connecticut."
James Michel on his recent appointment as permanent CEO of Access
Health CT, the state's health insurance exchange.
Joel N. Lohr
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