Category: University News

Magnet Schools, University News
Maria Lopez

A Night of Dreams: CT River Academy Graduates 80

Goodwin University

In his remarks to the Connecticut River Academy (CTRA) Class of 2015, Goodwin College president Mark Scheinberg referred to the ceremony as a “night of dreams.” “The land where your school sits today was once brownfields with oil tanks. You started out at CTRA in the Sandbox,” he said, referring to the small modular classrooms that originally housed the students until their new four-story building on the banks of the Connecticut River opened in 2014. Any dream is possible, he added, once you find out the “why” of your life. Continue reading A Night of Dreams: CT River Academy Graduates 80

Magnet Schools, University News

CT River Academy Team Competes at Annual State Envirothon

Goodwin University

On May 22, the Connecticut River Academy (CTRA) Envirothon team competed against 41 other state high school teams at the Connecticut College Aboretum in New London. Envirothon, a natural resource based-education program for Connecticut high school students, promotes environmental awareness and personal stewardship through education and competition. Divisions in the competition include aquatics, forestry, soils, wildlife, oral presentation, and a skill station. The CTRA team tied for first place in the aquatics division and ranked thirteenth overall in their second year as a competing team. Coached by CTRA science staff member Sebby Agostino, the CTRA team met weekly to review … Continue reading CT River Academy Team Competes at Annual State Envirothon

University News

Goodwin College South Meadows River Trail Expansion — Phase II

Goodwin University

Goodwin College is planning to make a walk in the woods in East Hartford more accessible. Located in the midst of a highly urbanized community with limited open and green spaces, Goodwin College plans to expand on an existing and planned network of trails in the area known as the South Meadows in East Hartford, Wethersfield, and Glastonbury. Goodwin is hosting a meeting on June 23, 6 p.m., at its River Campus, 195 Riverside Drive, Room 206, East Hartford. All are invited to attend and learn more about the trails. Goodwin hopes to expand on a universal access trail development … Continue reading Goodwin College South Meadows River Trail Expansion — Phase II

Events, University News
James Tillman

Goodwin College Class of 2015 Urged to Make a Difference in Their World

Goodwin University

College graduates are often urged to move beyond life’s challenges and make a difference in the world. In addressing an estimated 440 fellow graduates and 3,000 faculty, family, and friends at Goodwin College’s June 6 Commencement, student speaker James Tillman moved the audience to silence when he issued a similar challenge, one that he had already embraced on a life-changing scale. Continue reading Goodwin College Class of 2015 Urged to Make a Difference in Their World

Magnet Schools, University News

Tony Roy Named CTRA Teacher of the Year

Goodwin University

Nominated for the award by his fellow teachers, Roy is known by students and teachers alike as a force to be reckoned with. He designed and taught curricula for classes like Civics, Food Systems, Social Justice, and Gender Studies, classes that have been wildly popular with students and often involve fieldwork along the Connecticut River. Roy also works to bring the community action and involvement outside of the classroom. Continue reading Tony Roy Named CTRA Teacher of the Year

Healthcare, University News

Nursing and Occupational Therapy Assistant Students Working Together For Common Cause

Goodwin University

Interprofessional collaboration is a partnership between a team of healthcare providers that allows for a synergistic influence of knowledge and skill to make decisions regarding health issues and improve patient outcomes. Goodwin’s nursing students and faculty along with the Occupational … Continue reading Nursing and Occupational Therapy Assistant Students Working Together For Common Cause

Events, University News

Update: Civil Rights Icon Dr. Bob Zellner to Speak at Goodwin Commencement

Goodwin University

On Saturday, June 6, Goodwin College will hold its 16th Commencement exercises on the grounds of its main campus at One Riverside Drive in East Hartford. The ceremony will celebrate the accomplishments of the students who worked hard to earn their certificates, associate degrees, and bachelor’s degrees. An estimated 440 graduates are expected to walk in the June 6 ceremony. This year’s guest speakers include noted Civil Rights activist Dr. Bob Zellner, as well as longtime leader of Riverfront Recapture, Inc., Joseph R. Marfuggi. Zellner was mentored by Dr. Martin Luther King, helped call attention to Civil Rights issues in the deep … Continue reading Update: Civil Rights Icon Dr. Bob Zellner to Speak at Goodwin Commencement

Business and Leadership, Profiles, University News

Lincoln LeFebvre: “Goodwin made me a better manager and a better person”

Goodwin University

Lincoln LeFebvre has been working at Home Depot for nearly a decade. After taking courses at another college but not completing his degree — and being passed up twice for managerial position promotions — he decided to enroll in Goodwin College’s Management and Leadership program. Continue reading Lincoln LeFebvre: “Goodwin made me a better manager and a better person”

University News

Jeff Currey Named Family Legislator of the Year

Goodwin University

Congratulations to Jeff Currey on being named the 2015 Family Legislator of the Year by the Connecticut Council of Family Service Agencies. He was recognized in a ceremony at the state capitol on May 13. In his role at Goodwin, Jeff serves as supervisor for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) employment and training programs. Of the award, Jeff stated, “I’m truly honored to receive this recognition from the CT Council of Family Service Agencies. I firmly believe in their mission of strengthening Connecticut’s families and communities. Their innovative provider network helps to support children and families with an array of supports, … Continue reading Jeff Currey Named Family Legislator of the Year

University News

Goodwin College Hosts Key Issues Forum

Goodwin University

On May 12, Goodwin College hosted the Hartford Courant’s Key Issues Forum, CONNECTICUT: Why We Live Here. Following a reception in Goodwin’s Community Room, the audience moved to the auditorium to hear a panel discussion featuring Wally Lamb, author of five New York Times bestselling novels; Rohan Freeman, president and CEO of Freeman Companies, a Hartford engineering firm; and Alissa DeJonge, vice president of research at the Connecticut Economic Research Center. All three panelists are Connecticut residents. Courant editor Andrew Julien moderated the discussion, which included a Q&A session. Continue reading Goodwin College Hosts Key Issues Forum

University News
WeStudee

Overcoming Barriers to Peer Study: Local Entrepreneurs Launch “WeStudee” at Goodwin College

Goodwin University

StartUp Weekend: Education, sponsored by UP Connecticut in Hartford in September 2014, presented a bold premise to its participants: transform your ideas related to education into action; find the right people with the skills and passion to build an education … Continue reading Overcoming Barriers to Peer Study: Local Entrepreneurs Launch “WeStudee” at Goodwin College