Kathy Behrens (2014) - Alumni Athletics Hall of Fame - University of Hartford Athletics

Alumni Athletics Hall of Fame

Class

1985
Induction

2014
Sport(s)

Basketball Excellence, Tennis Excellence, Coffin Award for Professional Achievement

Played tennis and basketball at Hartford, serving on the Student Government Association
Currently serves as the NBA’s President of Social Responsibility & Player Program
Oversees all NBA programs that coordinate league and player social responsibility efforts, promote youth basketball development, support player growth and education, and enhance the marketing opportunities for current and former players.
Her initiative, NBA Cares, is an award-winning public services program
Before joining the NBA, enjoy a great deal of success as a fundraiser in New York, and in politics within the administration of former New York Governor Mario Cuomo
Has taken a leadership role on a number of governing or advisory boards, including the University of Hartford Board of Regents and as a trustee of the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame
Won numerous awards for her commitment to community service, diversity and leadership in sports
A Bronx, New York Native