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
Providing patient-centered care in settings ranging from hospitals and physician’s offices to schools and emergency rooms, nurses come to their community’s aid daily. Across the country, the demand for skilled nurses continues to grow. With the U.S. Bureau of Labor … Continue reading Goodwin Graduate Kristin Fries, MSN, Inspires the Next Generation of Nurses
Many leaders are shaped by their experiences, each bringing unique perspectives informed by their personal and professional journeys. In today’s interconnected world, it’s more crucial than ever to amplify the voices of leaders from all backgrounds, enabling organizations to embrace … Continue reading Perseverance and Positivity: Kiki Dixon’s Leadership Journey
Earning a degree in Nursing isn’t only a matter of passing exams and clocking clinical hours — it’s also about developing the compassion, patience, and resilience necessary to navigate challenges in the field. Likewise, it’s not bravery alone that makes … Continue reading The Heart of a Hero: Sergeant First Class Ryan Will’s Path to Critical Care Nursing
Step into the dynamic world of healthcare, where the roles of nurses are evolving with innovation. Beyond providing conventional care, nurses are relied on for their holistic and patient-centered perspective — garnering well-earned appreciation for their dedicated and invaluable approach … Continue reading The Primary Care Revolution: 5 Reasons to Find Fulfillment as a Family Nurse Practitioner
When picturing the frontlines of healthcare, what images first come to mind? While visions of nurses, doctors, and emergency medical technicians may quickly materialize, many overlook one often unsung specialty: respiratory care. Equipped with in-demand expertise, fine-tuned technical skills, and … Continue reading A Breath of Fresh Air — Unique Clinical Opportunities for Goodwin’s Respiratory Care Students
As we mark the start of Neurodiversity Celebration Week, we don’t only take time to recognize the vast and variable nature of the human experience. We honor the contributions neurodivergent thinkers and leaders make every day — shaping the future … Continue reading Becoming Your Own Character — Denzel Closs’ Journey in Autism Advocacy
From its inception as a business and technology training center through its journey to becoming an accredited university, Goodwin has championed educational equity for nearly 25 years. On the surface, educational equity is about providing individuals with fair access to … Continue reading From Authorship to Advocacy — New Havener of the Year Gaylord Salters Fights for Justice Reform
Attending school six days a week may sound like a grind to some. But growing up in the 1990s, this was the norm for Dr. Lisa Wiśniewski. Attending a Connecticut-based Polish school, she was immersed in her culture and ancestry … Continue reading 6 Tips for First-Gen Students with Dr. Lisa Wiśniewski
As you lie back in your seat, the chair beneath you ascends — leading you ever closer to a sterile, silvery light. Inhaling the faint, lingering smells of antiseptic and peppermint, you shut your eyes and adjust the creases in … Continue reading A New Outlook on Oral Care — My Visit to Goodwin’s Dental Hygiene Clinic
When young people aspire to higher education, preconceived notions can cloud reality — leading us to envision something closer to Animal House or Legally Blonde than an authentic college experience. Pop culture inundates us with ideas of what attending a … Continue reading Reclaiming the College Myth — The Journeys of Two First-Gen Students
Right now, over two million Americans are incarcerated. To put this into perspective, this adds up to roughly half the population of Connecticut, double that of Rhode Island, and nearly triple that of Wyoming. U.S. penitentiaries house over 25% of … Continue reading Flipping the Script — How ENet Alum and SCRIP Founder Ed Andrews is Addressing Urban Trauma
On Tuesday, November 7, Goodwin University will host Thanksgiving for All. A tradition in the Goodwin community, Thanksgiving for All is a holiday turkey drive held in cooperation with Connecticut Foodshare. Collecting donations from 7:30 a.m.- 12:30 p.m. at the … Continue reading Thanksgiving for All — Goodwin Partners with Connecticut Foodshare for our Annual Turkey Drive
