The Women’s Advancement Initiative’s Board of Directors is pleased to announce the recipients of the 2025 Laura Johnson Leadership Awards. These awards are presented to women faculty and staff who honor the spirit of Laura Johnson, third dean and first president of Hartford College for Women. Laura Johnson was known for her vision, leadership, and empowerment of others. The 2025 Laura Johnson Leadership Award recipients will receive a certificate of recognition and a gift card to be used for professional development or instructional supplies.
2025 Laura Johnson Leadership Awardees
Since 2008, the Laura Johnson Leaders program has provided leadership and professional development training to ten cohorts of women faculty and staff. This dynamic two-year program builds community and encourages participants to engage in professional, campus, or personal development projects. Session topics include: “Building Community in Your Leadership Journey,” “Leadership During Challenging Times,” “Developing an Inclusive Organization Culture,” “7 Habits of Highly Effective People,” “Empowered Priorities: Reclaiming the Self and Amplifying Your Voice,” “Leading with Your Strengths,” “What’s Your Story: The Power of Internal Narrative and External Success,” “Developing Your Leadership Blueprint and Authentic Leadership,” “Financial Leadership,” and “Celebrating Yourself: A Ritual to Reduce Stress and Add Joy.” To date, 163 faculty and staff have participated in the Laura Johnson Leaders program from across the University, and more than 20 percent have gone on to advanced leadership roles.
The Women’s Advancement Initiative congratulates the 2025 Laura Johnson Leadership awardees.
If you are interested in applying to the 2026–28 program cohort, please email womenadv@hartford.edu or stay tuned for a call for applications.