On September 29, the U.S. Department of Education announced that LEARN, the Regional Educational Service Center (RESC) for southeastern Connecticut, will receive almost $15 million in a grant to expand school choice programs throughout the region. The Magnet Schools Assistance … Continue reading Goodwin College’s Connecticut River Academy Among Schools to Benefit from Grant
CNC machine operators are the vigor behind the manufacturing industry. Not only are they machinists, CNC operators are also designers, planners, and innovators. They are technicians, mathematicians, and programmers. They are highly skilled and professional makers. And they can be … Continue reading The Different Levels of CNC Operator Training
Manufacturing workers are makers, creators, and innovators. They are problem-solvers, detail-oriented, and inspired by how things operate and how things are put together. Manufacturers are also essential contributors to our economy, our lifestyles, and are therefore in high-demand across the … Continue reading 40 Entry-Level Manufacturing Jobs to Put on Your Radar
In 2016, the number of open positions in the United States’ manufacturing industry reached its highest in the last 15 years. The shortage, industry experts say, is largely because workers do not possess the necessary manufacturing skills to do today’s … Continue reading The Need for Skilled Manufacturers: Which Manufacturing Skills Are Employers Seeking?
What to Look for in a Manufacturing College Are you looking to begin or advance your career in manufacturing? Are you looking for a manufacturing college that will help you find long-term success in this in-demand field? More and more, … Continue reading What to Look for in a Manufacturing College
Are you thinking about breaking into the manufacturing career field? If you’re looking for an important, in-demand job then manufacturing might be the right path for you! Here are a few things to keep in mind when preparing your manufacturing … Continue reading Applying for Manufacturing Jobs? 3 Must-Know Resume Builders
The first Friday of October marks Manufacturing Day, a national movement honoring the importance of manufacturing in the United States. This year, Manufacturing Day falls on Friday, October 7th, 2016 – and Goodwin College is celebrating! Manufacturing Day is an … Continue reading Celebrate Manufacturing Day with Goodwin College
Goodwin College in East Hartford has been awarded a $15,000 grant for scholarship support by the Gene Haas Foundation, based in Oxnard, California. Representatives of the Foundation met with the faculty and staff members for a check presentation in September … Continue reading Gene Haas Foundation Awards $15K to Goodwin College CNC Machinist Training
Looking for a career in manufacturing? If you’re pursuing a manufacturing education, our helpful infographic could help steer you in the right direction. With a manufacturing degree, you could become a cargo & freight manager; CNC machinist; quality technician; manufacturing … Continue reading Careers You Can Find in Manufacturing
On April 6, the inventors of the future got a chance to show their best ideas at the Goodwin College Business and Manufacturing Center in East Hartford. Young inventors and their families from across Connecticut showed off their inventions on … Continue reading Goodwin College Hosted Young Inventors as Part of the CT Invention Convention
Manufacturing is the largest sector of the American economy. It stands at the center of our country’s success and contributes to many job opportunities throughout the United States. From retail to construction, transportation to utilities, the manufacturing sector is closely … Continue reading What is Green Manufacturing and Why is It Important?
Talk to Dr. Len Walsh, Goodwin College’s program director for CNC Machining Training and Supply Chain & Logistics Management, for only a few minutes and it’s easy to get caught up in his enthusiasm for critical thinking, problem solving, and … Continue reading From Inspiration to Reality
Are you considering a career in welding? Are you looking for welding courses in Connecticut, or are you ready to take your welding skills to the next level? Welding is a rewarding, exciting career path for those who are looking … Continue reading Take Your Welding Courses to the Next Level with a Manufacturing Degree
The second Annual Local Invention Convention for Independent Study Students, ages 5 to 13, will take place on April 6, 2016 at Goodwin College Business and Manufacturing Center in East Hartford, Connecticut. These students have been working on inventions to … Continue reading Goodwin College Business and Manufacturing Center Hosts Second Annual Local Invention Convention for CT Independent Study Students
Manufacturing is an ever-growing industry. If you are considering a career in manufacturing, know that the opportunities for qualified workers are great. Today, there are an estimated 17.6 million manufacturing jobs in the United States, and over 2.2 million more … Continue reading Which Manufacturing Training Program is Right for You?
Manufacturing is a booming industry. Some would even say it is the core of the United States’ economy. In fact, the majority do. Over 70 percent of Americans today view manufacturing as the most important industry for a strong economy … Continue reading Flash Forward: What You Can Do with a Manufacturing Management Degree
Are you considering an HVAC career? Do you currently have your HVAC certification, but are ready to take it to the next level? There is no doubt that the HVAC sector of the manufacturing industry is prospering. In fact, skilled … Continue reading Take Your HVAC Training to the Next Level with a Manufacturing Degree
On December 16, 2015, the Hartford Foundation for Public Giving announced its approval of a three-year, $495,000 grant to support a new Career Pathways Initiative. The local organizations partnering on the venture are lead agency Goodwin College, Capital Workforce Partners … Continue reading Hartford Foundation for Public Giving Funds Career Pathways Initiative to Benefit Regional Workers
