It’s not often that students beg to attend class after their peers have already been dismissed. But students from the Hartford Public School system who participated in the inaugural cohort of Goodwin College’s Early College Advanced Manufacturing Pathway (ECAMP™) requested … Continue reading Goodwin’s ECAMP™ Preparing State High School Students for Futures in Manufacturing
Before a cheering audience of friends and family, the Connecticut River Academy at Goodwin College Class of 2019 celebrated their diversity, their struggles, and their overwhelming success at the seventh annual commencement exercises on Thursday, June 13. “We all have … Continue reading Connecticut River Academy Celebrates Diversity of Thought at Graduation Ceremony
The graduates of the Goodwin College Class of 2019 celebrated amidst cheers, screams, and words of fierce encouragement during Saturday’s commencement ceremony. This year’s ceremony was the first presided over by newly appointed provost Dr. Danielle Wilken and included the … Continue reading Danny Glover Encourages Graduates to Preserve Humanity, Build a Spirit of Generosity
As a veteran, you deserve access to a quality, college education. At Goodwin College, our goal is to give that to you. Goodwin College – located in the Greater Hartford area of Connecticut – works to support veterans and service … Continue reading Yellow Ribbon Schools: Benefits for Veterans
Actor and activist Danny Glover will be the guest speaker and honorary degree recipient at the 2019 Goodwin College Commencement ceremony on Saturday, June 8. Mr. Glover is an award-winning actor, producer, and humanitarian with a performance career that spans … Continue reading Actor, Activist Danny Glover to Speak at 2019 Commencement
The Hartford Business Journal named Goodwin College’s Vice President of Finance, Eddie Meyer, Chief Financial Officer of the Year as part of its 2019 awards for outstanding area executives. The publication recognized six area executives as the recipients of its … Continue reading Eddie Meyer Receives Hartford Business Journal’s 2019 C-Suite Award
The Board of Trustees at Goodwin College has announced the appointment of Dr. Danielle Wilken as Provost and Dean of Faculty, effective April 8, 2019. With more than 20 years’ experience in higher education, Dr. Wilken oversees Goodwin’s five Academic … Continue reading Goodwin College Appoints Dr. Danielle Wilken as New Provost
On February 8, 2019, the Hartford Foundation for Public Giving approved a grant from the Stanley D. and Hinda N. Fisher Fund of $6,075 to support four Goodwin College Nursing students who will participate in a three-day Remote Area Medical … Continue reading Hartford Foundation for Public Giving Approves Grant for Remote Area Medical Mission
Medina Jett, CEO of a non-profit organization that provides financial literacy education for young people, will serve as the keynote presenter at a financial literacy conference for female students who are about to graduate, sponsored by Goodwin College and the … Continue reading Medina Jett is Keynote for Goodwin College/Aurora Foundation Financial Literacy Conference
Decision-making is a matter of listing out pros and cons, analyzing the advantages and disadvantages of each scenario, and making a final choice to move forward in one direction or another. We make decisions in every aspect of our lives, … Continue reading Giving Your Child the Magnet School Advantage
Magnet schools have been around for many years in the United States, and have evolved immensely since they first came to be. Magnet school programs first developed roots in the 1960s as a way to desegregate publics schools and push … Continue reading What Goes into a Magnet School Program?
For those families interested in high school options other than the traditional public school route, there are several great alternatives out there including a charter high school and a magnet high school. Both school types are considered cutting-edge, offering great … Continue reading What is a Charter High School, and How is it Different from a Magnet School?
Montessori and Reggio Emilia schools are great educational options for parents who are considering alternatives to a traditional educational approach for their children. There are many similarities between Montessori and Reggio Emilia, as well as some unique differences. It’s important … Continue reading The Similarities Between Montessori and Reggio Emilia and their Unique Differences
High School ECAMP™ Program Meeting State’s Manufacturing Needs As Connecticut searches for new manufacturing solutions, Goodwin’s Early College Advanced Manufacturing Pathway is educating the manufacturers of tomorrow. As part of its dedication to strengthening Connecticut’s economic future, Goodwin College is … Continue reading High School ECAMP™ Program Meeting State’s Manufacturing Needs
How to Get the Most Out Of Your College Admissions Interview By Dan Williamson, Director of Admissions Students are often nervous about first visits to campus and admissions interviews for obvious reasons. Stepping foot on a new college campus for … Continue reading How to Get the Most Out of Your College Admissions Interview
When first-semester Goodwin College Nursing student Jenn Kiluk arrived to pick her young son up at his school in December 2018, little did she dream that she was about to experience what she now refers to as a “real-life final … Continue reading Jen Kiluk, Student Nurse: A Real-Life Final Exam
College. That big and mighty place you and your child have probably thought about, but are relieved to have a few more years before it’s actually time. Take a deep breath, because there is no need to be worried at … Continue reading How to Prepare for College in High School
Magnet schools – whether at the Pre-K, elementary, or high school level – can provide children with a solid and immersive educational experience. Magnet schools offer innovative classroom environments that encourage students to engage with their education and set them … Continue reading Tips for Researching the Top Magnet Schools in CT
