The Hartford Scholars Program

The Hartford Scholars Program enables qualified high school students to attend the University of Hartford at half-tuition. CL&P, along with other area businesses and organizations, has supported this initiative since its beginning in 1990. The goal of Hartford Scholars is to enable deserving young people to become solid contributors to their local communities and businesses.

CL&P has been fortunate to discover just how effectively the Scholars Program really works.

Jorin Grori and his family came to the United States from Albania seven years ago. Jorin attended high school in Hartford, and then attended the University of Hartford with the help of the Scholars Program, which led to an internship at NU. He received the 2007 Mayor’s Scholar Award, and today is employed as an Assistant Engineer at NU. A story like Jorin’s is gratifying proof that well-directed assistance helps us all.