Goodwin University is proud to announce its selection to the FirstGen Forward Class of 2026 and is now set to launch its own initiative, the First-Gen Collective. Goodwin’s designation as a FirstGen Forward university reflects the institution’s ongoing commitment to … Continue reading Goodwin Earns FirstGen Forward Designation and Launches First-Gen Collective
Goodwin University’s 2026 Commencement took place at a moment when career-ready, accessible higher education feels not just relevant, but essential. Across industries and communities, students are seeking pathways that honor lived experience, adapt to real life, and lead to meaningful … Continue reading “This is Goodwin” — Welcoming the Class of 2026
On April 30, Goodwin University hosted its 2026 Alumni Awards and Scholarship Recognition event on its East Hartford campus. With Adam Rivers of iHeart Media serving as master of ceremonies, classmates, family, friends, faculty, staff, donors, and trustees gathered to … Continue reading Goodwin University Names 2026 Alumni Award Honorees, Recognizes Scholarship Students and Donors
Goodwin University will welcome award-winning actor, educator, and social justice advocate Dr. Malik Yoba as the keynote speaker for the University’s 2026 Commencement ceremony on Thursday, June 4, 2026, at One Riverside Drive in East Hartford, Connecticut. Yoba will also … Continue reading Goodwin University Announces Dr. Malik Yoba as 2026 Commencement Keynote Speaker and Honorary Degree Recipient
Goodwin University has announced details for its upcoming 12th Annual Summer Clambake and Auction, one of the school’s signature scholarship fundraising events for students with demonstrated financial need. On Friday, June 12, at 6:30 p.m., under a party tent on … Continue reading Goodwin University Hosts 12th Annual Summer Clambake to Support Student Scholarships
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
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
Jayanna Rodriguez’s journey to graduation was anything but ordinary. Born in Connecticut, raised in New York, and then returning to Connecticut as a teenager, she experienced firsthand the subtle yet real cultural differences between the two states. Her path to … Continue reading Finding a Home at Goodwin: Jayanna Rodriguez
While the weather outside is frightful, it can feel nearly impossible to find inner warmth and positivity during the remaining (and slow) months of winter. Dark nights and freezing temperatures have been shown to lead to a significant decline in … Continue reading Navigating Seasonal Depression
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
When you wonder, “Do I need to pay financial aid back?” and “How does financial aid work?”, you’re joining thousands of other prospective students who search for this information every month. Wonder no more. This guide breaks down the various … Continue reading How Does Financial Aid Work for College Students?
Navigating schoolwork, personal issues, and everyday life is oftentimes a challenge. At Goodwin University, we want our students to succeed in their academics — all while remaining happy and healthy. We’re pleased to announce that we’ve officially partnered with TimelyCare, … Continue reading Prioritize Wellness with TimelyCare
Goodwin University is creating new opportunities for aspiring funeral service professionals by expanding its nationally accredited Funeral Service program — the only one in the state of Connecticut — to a fully online format. This new distance learning option will … Continue reading Goodwin University’s Funeral Service Program Expands Access with Online Learning Option
On Monday, September 8, Goodwin University will host its 20th Annual Golf Tournament at the Hartford Golf Club in West Hartford, Connecticut. A shotgun start is scheduled for 11 a.m., and the day includes golf, breakfast, lunch, dinner, complimentary beverages, … Continue reading Swing into Action at Goodwin’s 20th Annual Golf Tournament for Student 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
