By Rafael Osés, Assistant Professor of English My parents emigrated from Cuba in the mid-1950s and early 1960s, respectively. When they arrived in the United States, they had to learn a new language and adapt to a new culture, and … Continue reading Goodwin’s First-Generation Stories — Rafael Osés
On Tuesday, March 24, 2026, Goodwin University will host an Advanced Manufacturing Summit on its East Hartford campus in collaboration with the CT NAACP Million Jobs Campaign for the Formerly Incarcerated, part of a national workforce initiative connecting employers with … Continue reading Goodwin University to Host Advanced Manufacturing Summit in Partnership with NAACP Million Jobs Campaign
Diana LaRocco’s path to a career in higher education did not begin with a love of school. Instead, it began with an early understanding that everyone experiences the world differently — and that those differences can be immeasurable sources of … Continue reading Inclusion by Design: Meet Diana LaRocco, Ed.D., Associate Provost for Learning and Teaching
Goodwin University has been named the #1 college for women in the state of Connecticut and #32 in the nation on Newsweek’s America’s Best Colleges for Women 2026 ranking — a national recognition that honors institutions supporting women’s academic success, … Continue reading Goodwin University Named #1 College for Women in Connecticut by Newsweek
History is more than the past. Framing the present and forging the future, the narratives of generations gone by provide not only a window into humanity’s oft-forgotten stories, but also a reflection of who we are today. Take, for instance, … Continue reading When the Past Is Still Present: Tracing Trauma Beyond Time with Dr. Sarah Seiselmyer-Snyder
Goodwin University is proud to announce the launch of its new Radiography associate degree program, designed to help meet the increasing need for skilled medical imaging professionals in the state’s healthcare system, where demand continues to outpace staffing. The on-ground … Continue reading Goodwin University Launches New Radiography Associate Degree Program to Meet Growing Demand in Medical Imaging
Goodwin University President Mark Scheinberg appeared recently on The Wheelhouse, a Connecticut Public Radio program, to discuss how federal caps on financial aid under the Trump administration could affect students pursuing professional degrees — particularly in nursing and other healthcare … Continue reading Goodwin University President Discusses Financial Aid Caps on NPR’s “The Wheelhouse”
Goodwin University is proud to welcome Dr. Scott Fellows, MS, Ed.D., as the new director of the Teacher Leadership (M.Ed.) program. With over 35 years of teaching expertise, Dr. Fellows brings practical insights, a wealth of knowledge, and a student-centered … Continue reading Goodwin University Welcomes Dr. Scott Fellows as Program Director of Teacher Leadership (M.Ed.)
The world runs on creativity. From the manufacturing experts designing novel innovations to the public health leaders lighting the way to community wellness, creative thinking is an essential skill in every industry — fueling professional problem-solving and out-of-the-box ingenuity. The … Continue reading Beacons Magazine Ignites Goodwin University’s Creative Spark
For over 20 years, Goodwin University has helped more than 4,000 nurses find fulfilling careers in the field. Now, we’re helping address one of Connecticut’s toughest healthcare challenges head-on: the critical shortage of nurses. Only half of the state’s 90,000 … Continue reading Goodwin University Opens State’s Largest Collegiate Nursing Simulation Center
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
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
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
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
As Artificial Intelligence (AI) transforms the workplace and automates routine tasks, the talents most sought after by employers are evolving. While job-specific knowledge remains essential in many sectors, human-centric skills are irreplaceable in virtually every field. By developing “future-proof” skills … Continue reading 5 Future-Proof Skills for the AI Era: How to Stay Competitive in Any Industry
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
