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Rich State, Poor State: Goodwin College Hosts Courant Key Issues Forum

On September 15, Goodwin College hosted “RICH STATE, POOR STATE: Connecticut Divided,” the second of three panel discussions in the Hartford Courant’s Key Issues Forum series. Following a reception in Goodwin’s River Room, audience members were treated to a passionate panel discussion about income inequality. Continue reading Rich State, Poor State: Goodwin College Hosts Courant Key Issues Forum

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A Milestone of Care: Goodwin Celebrates 10 Years of Nursing Graduates

On August 20, the 53 new nurses of Goodwin College’s 31st pinning ceremony lit their ceremonial candles and joined the ranks of the 1,400 nurses who had previously graduated from the College and entered Connecticut’s healthcare workforce. “It’s hard to … Continue reading A Milestone of Care: Goodwin Celebrates 10 Years of Nursing Graduates

Officials Celebrate “Magic Moment” in Manufacturing Education at Goodwin College

State and local officials including Sen. Richard Blumenthal, Rep. John Larson, Lt. Gov. Nancy Wyman, and East Hartford Mayor Marcia Leclerc, manufacturing industry professionals, local business owners, and educational leaders came together on August 25 to celebrate the dedication of Goodwin College’s new Business and Manufacturing Center. Continue reading Officials Celebrate “Magic Moment” in Manufacturing Education at Goodwin College

Goodwin Posts Personal Best At Dragon Boat Races

On Saturday, August 15, the Goodwin Navigators competed in the Dragon Boat races, part of Hartford’s annual Riverfront Recapture Asian Festival. Competing in the Community Class against 65 other squads from throughout the Greater Hartford area, the Navs finished the day medaling, with an outstanding time; the fastest heat the team has recorded since entering their first competition in 2013. Continue reading Goodwin Posts Personal Best At Dragon Boat Races

Goodwin College and Onyx Spirits Company to Host the Secret Stash Beer Bash Benefiting Scholarships

Goodwin College, in partnership with Onyx Spirits Company, a Connecticut craft liquor distillery, has announced the Secret Stash Beer Bash to be held along the Connecticut River on Saturday, August 29, 2015 to benefit student scholarships. Continue reading Goodwin College and Onyx Spirits Company to Host the Secret Stash Beer Bash Benefiting Scholarships

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Goodwin College Second Annual Clambake: Raising Money for Student Scholarships

On Friday, June 19, 170 guests gathered for the second annual Goodwin College clambake event to support student scholarships on Connecticut River Academy’s expansive patio. Goodwin’s partner high school, located just down the road from campus along the Connecticut River, provided the perfect backdrop for this festive evening. Continue reading Goodwin College Second Annual Clambake: Raising Money for Student Scholarships

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Goodwin College Class of 2015 Urged to Make a Difference in Their World

College graduates are often urged to move beyond life’s challenges and make a difference in the world. In addressing an estimated 440 fellow graduates and 3,000 faculty, family, and friends at Goodwin College’s June 6 Commencement, student speaker James Tillman moved the audience to silence when he issued a similar challenge, one that he had already embraced on a life-changing scale. Continue reading Goodwin College Class of 2015 Urged to Make a Difference in Their World

Update: Civil Rights Icon Dr. Bob Zellner to Speak at Goodwin Commencement

On Saturday, June 6, Goodwin College will hold its 16th Commencement exercises on the grounds of its main campus at One Riverside Drive in East Hartford. The ceremony will celebrate the accomplishments of the students who worked hard to earn their certificates, associate degrees, and bachelor’s degrees. An estimated 440 graduates are expected to walk in the June 6 ceremony. This year’s guest speakers include noted Civil Rights activist Dr. Bob Zellner, as well as longtime leader of Riverfront Recapture, Inc., Joseph R. Marfuggi. Zellner was mentored by Dr. Martin Luther King, helped call attention to Civil Rights issues in the deep … Continue reading Update: Civil Rights Icon Dr. Bob Zellner to Speak at Goodwin Commencement