On December 17, 2015, the Goodwin auditorium was near capacity with faculty, staff, friends, classmates, and family members, all gathered to honor the latest class of graduates from the College’s Nursing Degree program. The cold rain falling outside had no … Continue reading December Nurse Pinning Ceremony: Goodwin Celebrates 32nd Graduating Class
The aging baby boomer generation is driving great demand for healthcare professionals — and medical assistants are at the top of that list. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the medical assisting field is projected to grow 23 percent by … Continue reading Flash Forward: What You Can Do with a Medical Assistant Degree
If you are looking for a rewarding career in the healthcare field, dentistry may be the right fit for you. From assistants to hygienists to doctors, there are many different roles you can pursue within the dental profession. Which dental … Continue reading Dental Assistant vs. Dental Hygienist: What’s the Difference?
Without a doubt, nursing is a profession for those committed to making a difference in people’s lives. Every professional hour is dedicated to helping the sick and injured, and those patients often view their nurses as guardian angels in scrubs … Continue reading Become a Nurse: The Differences Between an RN, LPN, and CNA
Deanne Anderson, Director of Goodwin’s Occupational Therapy Assistant program, was honored a Health Care Hero in CT. Read about her impact at Goodwin College. Continue reading Goodwin OTA Director Recognized a Health Care Hero
If you are a trained RN, you may be wondering what the proposed “BSN in 10” policy will mean for you. Here is what you should know about obtaining your BSN. Continue reading What “BSN in 10” Means for Nursing Students Today
Do you want a career in manufacturing? Learn about the skillful role of a CNC machine operator, and why CNC machining is one of the best career fields today. Continue reading The Role of CNC Machine Operators in the Manufacturing Industry
Want to work in the medical field? Learn the skills you’ll take away from Goodwin’s medical assistant courses and get started on the path to a rewarding career. Continue reading What You Learn from a Medical Assistant Program
Goodwin College, East Hartford, CT, is seeking accreditation of a dental hygiene program from the Commission on Dental Accreditation (CODA). Interested parties are invited to share comments concerning the accreditation of this program with the Commission by January 31, 2016 … Continue reading Accrediting Commission Seeks Comment on Goodwin College Dental Hygiene Application
As part of a hands-on education, Goodwin College students earn experience from a variety of criminal justice internships in promising career fields. Learn more! Continue reading A Closer Look at Goodwin’s Criminal Justice Internships
Learn about the different careers in ophthalmic science, and why a future career as an optician may be right for you! Continue reading Open Your Eyes to a Career in Ophthalmic Science
On Nov. 10, two local guest speakers gave special insight to Goodwin’s Human Services students. Read their advice on surviving and thriving through tough times. Continue reading Human Services Students Benefit from Wisdom of Local Residents
The manufacturing industry is changing and many career opportunities are opening up for machining students. Learn why the time to become a CNC machinist is now. Continue reading The Changing Industry of CNC Machining
The need for manufacturers is growing: Are you ready to pursue a manufacturing career? Learn the benefits of manufacturing and why it is a top job choice today. Continue reading A Call to Workers: the Benefits of Pursuing a Manufacturing Career
Camily Arjona’s dreams of becoming a pharmacist were put on hold after she married and had her first child at age 17. Arjona had two more children before the age of 24. She began working at an insurance company to … Continue reading Camily Arjona: “I couldn’t have done this without Goodwin.”
Helen Moarcas came to Goodwin College after she graduated from high school in 2009, but has been part of the Goodwin family for much longer. Continue reading Helen Moarcas: “Because of Goodwin, I am where I am today.”
Nancy Clark, a graduate of Goodwin’s associate degree in Nursing program who is currently working on a bachelor’s degree in Nursing online, speaks highly of Goodwin’s faculty. Her online art history instructor, Ann Finateri-Laist, made a lasting impact. “I thoroughly enjoyed her class and her personal interactions with all of us throughout the course. She has those special qualities and an obvious love of teaching,” Clark noted. As a full-time nurse, taking online classes is the only way Clark is able to continue her education. Originally she was wary of online courses due to lack of physical interaction, but after … Continue reading Nancy Clark: “She has those special qualities and an obvious love of teaching.”
At the September Human Resources Association of CT (HRACC) monthly meeting, Goodwin College Business Administration student Sandra Naa Adoley Nmai was awarded the 2015 Jim Roberts Scholarship Book Award. HRACC’s goal is to promote the professional and personal development of current and future HR leaders. The scholarship is intended to assist a full-time student enrolled in a bachelor’s degree program with an interest in the Human Resources or Business fields. The Scholarship is awarded based on the quality of personal interview (articulate, achievement potential, presence, determination); quality of application (writing skills, volunteer activities, and interests); quality of reference (confirmation and … Continue reading Sandra Nmai Receives Jim Roberts Book Award
