University of Hartford Names New Provost

At St. Mary's, a private, mission-driven liberal arts university, LaGreca led the core and largest college, overseeing more than 80 instructional staff across 21 departments and 88 programs of study. During her time as dean, CAHSS underwent significant growth, launching seven new or revised academic programs and increasing enrollment by 20 percent. Drawing on her belief in the transformative power of teaching and mentorship, LaGreca collaborated with faculty to integrate innovative, high-impact teaching practices into nearly every program.

"The University of Hartford's remarkable blend of professional programs, the arts, and liberal arts creates the dynamic environment where students thrive--and where I am most energized to lead," said LaGreca. "I plan to work with UHart's faculty, students, industry leaders, and community, alongside President Larry Ward, to create an environment in the 2030s where student success is unmatched in the region."

LaGreca is a bilingual scholar of Latin American literature who has taught many texts in the original Spanish. A first-generation college graduate, she is committed to advancing inclusive excellence and fostering a sense of belonging in and out of the classroom. LaGreca received her undergraduate degree from the State University of New York at Geneseo and her master's and doctoral degrees from the University of Texas at Austin.