After high school, many graduates feel pressured to follow what feels like a traditional path: attend a four-year college, earn a bachelor’s degree, and launch a career. However, a four-year degree is not in the cards for everyone, and it … Continue reading Technical School vs. Career College: Which is Right for You?
Which BSN courses are needed to graduate? Today, one of the most impactful steps you can take in your nursing career is to advance your education. While an associate degree is the standard requirement to become a registered nurse, a … Continue reading Ultimate List of Required BSN Classes
The healthcare industry largely depends on nurses’ dedication, experience, and knowledge. Nurses are compassionate individuals who serve as advocates, educators, and healers throughout a patient’s care journey. Furthermore, with a median annual salary of $81,220 and an employment growth rate … Continue reading Important Classes to Take Before Nursing School
To help address a state shortage of healthcare workers, Goodwin University recently applied to the Connecticut Department of Public Health Board of Examiners for Nursing for approval to offer a new Licensed Practical Nursing (LPN) certificate program. The Board has … Continue reading Goodwin University Stepping Up To Address Statewide LPN Shortage
With a staggering 193,100 job openings annually and an employment growth of six percent to 2032, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), nursing is booming more than ever. Yet, with busy schedules and evolving lifestyles, many individuals … Continue reading Are Online Nursing Programs Accredited?
The overall health of our population is integral to creating a safer and more prosperous future for our communities and loved ones. Public health professionals have a chance to make the world a better place. By focusing their careers on … Continue reading Why Pursue a Master’s in Public Health?
Goodwin will assess and enhance mental health, substance use, and suicide prevention efforts in partnership with the Jed Foundation. On February 1, 2024, Goodwin University announced that it has joined the JED Campus Fundamentals program to support student well-being and … Continue reading Goodwin University Joins JED Campus Fundamentals to Support Student Mental Health
Do you dream of having an exciting career where, every day, you’re protecting the public and making a difference in the world? Maybe you want to work in criminal justice or law enforcement but have wondered: ‘Is criminal justice a … Continue reading Is Criminal Justice a Good Major?
There are many different pathways to becoming a nurse, and the degree path you choose can affect the trajectory of your nursing career. To become a registered nurse today, the standard prerequisite is an associate degree in Nursing (ADN). However, … Continue reading What’s the Difference Between an ADN and BSN Program?
Goodwin University is pleased to announce that Dr. Vivienne Friday has been appointed dean of Goodwin University’s School of Nursing and Health Professions (NHP), effective November 6, 2023, having served as interim dean for the past year. With an Ed.D. … Continue reading Dr. Vivienne Friday Appointed Dean of School of Nursing and Health Professions
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
On August 28, 2023, the 10 participants in cohort six of Goodwin University’s Entrepreneurial Network (ENet) program presented their “pitches” and received their small business start-up certificates. With 100 previous graduates, ENet is an 18-college credit program for underserved and … Continue reading Cybulski Cohort Earns Business Start-Up Status Through Goodwin University Entrepreneurial Program
Beginning on August 22, 2023, Elizabeth Horton Sheff will join the Goodwin University Magnet School System (GUMSS) as the Alumni Specialist, responsible for nurturing and broadening the district’s relationships with their alumni. Horton Sheff is known throughout the state as … Continue reading Elizabeth Horton Sheff to join Goodwin University Magnet School System
Any student or alumni can tell you that Goodwin University is a unique place. From the expert instruction of our faculty to our readily available support services, the Goodwin community goes above and beyond to cultivate an inclusive educational environment. … Continue reading Big Improvements, Small Adjustments — Stories from Goodwin’s UDL Fellows
How ENet Alumnus Brian Sullivan and Goodwin University Are Bringing New Possibilities to Park Street Over the past three years, Connecticut has experienced a significant shortage of Manufacturing professionals. In the field, approximately 11,000 open positions are currently waiting to … Continue reading Rewriting a Neighborhood Narrative
Goodwin University and LEARN, a Regional Educational Service Center based in Old Lyme, Connecticut, have announced the appointment of Matthew Peel as Assistant Director of Connecticut River Academy (CTRA) at Goodwin University and Meaghan Freeman as Assistant Principal of Riverside … Continue reading Goodwin University Magnet School System hires Peel and Freeman to support Connecticut River Academy and Riverside Magnet School
For your average student, it might be easy to overlook the unique perspectives that student-veterans bring to campus. One might even be misled into thinking higher education is easier for student-veterans — with a highly-developed work ethic and a versatile … Continue reading A Hub for American Heroes — How Program Coordinator Craig Jordan is Redefining Veteran Services
Honorary degree recipients and student speakers share passions for improving lives of others Guest speakers and student representatives are expected to follow common themes as they address the graduates, trustees, faculty, staff, families, and friends at Goodwin University’s 2023 Commencement … Continue reading Civil rights and service to the community, themes at Goodwin Commencement