While the weather outside is frightful, it can feel nearly impossible to find inner warmth and positivity during the remaining (and slow) months of winter. Dark nights and freezing temperatures have been shown to lead to a significant decline in … Continue reading Navigating Seasonal Depression
Across Connecticut, many nonprofits are on the cusp of a crisis. Federal funding cuts, flat or reduced state budgets, and mounting workforce challenges have created a cascade of concerns for community organizations. While many efforts to address these issues focus … Continue reading Goodwin University Empowers Local Nonprofit Leaders with Full-Tuition Scholarships
When you wonder, “Do I need to pay financial aid back?” and “How does financial aid work?”, you’re joining thousands of other prospective students who search for this information every month. Wonder no more. This guide breaks down the various … Continue reading How Does Financial Aid Work for College Students?
Navigating schoolwork, personal issues, and everyday life is oftentimes a challenge. At Goodwin University, we want our students to succeed in their academics — all while remaining happy and healthy. We’re pleased to announce that we’ve officially partnered with TimelyCare, … Continue reading Prioritize Wellness with TimelyCare
Goodwin University is creating new opportunities for aspiring funeral service professionals by expanding its nationally accredited Funeral Service program — the only one in the state of Connecticut — to a fully online format. This new distance learning option will … Continue reading Goodwin University’s Funeral Service Program Expands Access with Online Learning Option
On Monday, September 8, Goodwin University will host its 20th Annual Golf Tournament at the Hartford Golf Club in West Hartford, Connecticut. A shotgun start is scheduled for 11 a.m., and the day includes golf, breakfast, lunch, dinner, complimentary beverages, … Continue reading Swing into Action at Goodwin’s 20th Annual Golf Tournament for Student Scholarships
Susan Johnson believed in the next chapter — and she wrote it herself. A devoted mother of four and aspiring public health professional, Johnson graduated summa cum laude as the valedictorian of Goodwin University’s class of 2025 — a symphonic … Continue reading Rewriting the Future — Susan Johnson’s Rise from SNAP to Summa Cum Laude
How do we engage students in meaningful conversations about genocide — conversations that go beyond dates and definitions to cultivate empathy, critical thinking, and historical understanding? We, a genocide scholar and the son of Bosniak genocide survivors, came together to … Continue reading Teaching Bosnia, Teaching Justice — Uniting History and Humanity in Genocide Education
On Thursday, June 12, under glowing sunshine and gusty skies, the Goodwin University community convened at Rentschler Field in East Hartford, CT, for the much-anticipated 2025 commencement ceremony — an event marking the conclusion of the University’s 25th Anniversary. Goodwin … Continue reading Introducing Goodwin’s Class of 2025 — Overcomers Ready for Impact
“Even when life tries to write your story for you, you still hold the pen.” These words were met warmly by the audience as Jayanna E. Rodriguez, a Bachelor of Science in Human Services graduate, delivered the student address at … Continue reading Name. Identity. Future. — Meet Goodwin’s 2025 Student Speaker
Established in 1635, Hartford, Connecticut — one of America’s oldest cities — has always been a city shaped by stories. From the literary legacies of Harriet Beecher Stowe and Mark Twain to the voices influencing its future today, Hartford’s narrative … Continue reading Where Stories Take Root — Literacy, Legacy, and Community in Greater Hartford
Goodwin University is proud to shine a spotlight on Susan Johnson, an extraordinary member of the class of 2025 whose perseverance, academic excellence, and personal resilience have earned her not only the title of valedictorian but also the school’s Award … Continue reading From SNAP Benefits to Valedictorian: Goodwin University Celebrates the Remarkable Journey of Susan Johnson
East Hartford, Connecticut and Austin, Texas, may be hundreds of miles apart, but in higher education, scholars stay closely connected through the critical conversations that shape their fields. On April 19, 2025, Dr. Lisa Wiśniewski, Goodwin University faculty senate president … Continue reading Dr. Lisa Wiśniewski Shares Eastern European Immigrant Stories on The Slavic Connexion
Goodwin University has announced details for its upcoming 11th Annual Summer Clambake and Auction, one of the school’s signature events for raising scholarship funds for students with demonstrated financial need. On Friday, June 20, at 6:30 p.m., under a party … Continue reading Goodwin University Hosts 11th Annual Summer Clambake to Support Student Scholarships
Actress/author Bern Nadette Stanis to receive honorary degree on June 12 at Rentschler Field Goodwin University has scheduled its 2025 Commencement ceremony for Thursday, June 12, at Rentschler Field in East Hartford, Connecticut. The ceremony will begin at 4 p.m. … Continue reading Goodwin University Names 2025 Commencement Speaker
On April 28, 2025, in an educational space where healthcare students typically learn about repair, Goodwin University faculty, staff, students, and supporters gathered to do some breaking instead. With sledgehammers in hand, school administrators and student representatives took swings at … Continue reading Goodwin University Celebrates New Nursing Simulation Center “Wall-Breaking”
As of 2025, adults 65 and older make up 20% of Connecticut’s population, highlighting a growing demand for accessible lifelong learning. In a world shaped by rapid technological advancements and an evolving workforce, age-friendly education provides older adults with opportunities … Continue reading Creating an Age-Inclusive Campus: The Path of Goodwin’s Age-Friendly University Designation
When Americans think of Europe, we often picture the West — gliding through Venice on a gondola, marveling at the Eiffel Tower, or savoring a Bavarian pretzel at Oktoberfest. But, with over 50 countries, Europe is far greater than its … Continue reading Resilience and Representation: Dr. Lisa Wiśniewski Explores Eastern European Identity in American Education
