Iran’s Story Part One: How one man dared to do something different and created his peaceful purpose Iran Nazario went from a hardened life on Hartford’s streets to a distinguished position as the passionate president and CEO of a non-profit … Continue reading Iran’s Story: Creating a Peaceful Purpose
Can You Work Full-Time and Go to School? Find out! The picture of college life is constantly evolving. When many people think of college, they envision philosophical conversations at poetry slams, or frisbee on the quad between classes. The truth … Continue reading How to Work Full-Time and Go to School
As parents, we all want what’s best for our kids. Choosing the right high school for your teen can be tough—almost as tough as raising a teenager! You want your child to flourish, develop their identity, and discover their life’s … Continue reading How to Choose the Right High School for Your Teen
Below is a timeline of ten treasured sayings to get you in the spirit this holiday season, along with the life lessons that make each movie magical. “God bless us, everyone!” — A Christmas Carol (1938) A Christmas Carol teaches onlookers that … Continue reading Festive Quotes and Life Lessons from Our Favorite Holiday Flicks
The formative years of childhood involve rapid development. For the first eight years of a child’s life, they are a sponge – growing physically, mentally, and emotionally, and fast. The early childhood years are precious and prime to jumpstart a … Continue reading Why is Preschool Important for My Child?
Ariel’s Story: Motivated to Melt Metal How welding student Ariel Mari-Ayala found his future fusing with flames Watching welders work: Igniting inspiration “All my life, since I was very young, I liked to work with my hands,” Ariel Mari-Ayala stated. … Continue reading Ariel’s Story: Motivated to Melt Metal
CCNE conducts virtual accreditation, February 10-12 On February 10, 11, and 12, 2021, the BSN program at Goodwin University will have its virtual accreditation visit by Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE). CCNE policy requires that institutions provide an opportunity … Continue reading CCNE Conducts Virtual Accreditation
The 2020 Goodwin Gratitude List: How to practice appreciation during difficult times From past to present day: The greatness of gratitude Gratitude is a quality that has existed since the dawn of evolution. Engrained in survival, appreciation, in any form, … Continue reading The 2020 Goodwin Gratitude List
As a parent, you want to find the right preschool program for your little one—a preschool in which your child will thrive. But with the amount of preschools out there, determining which programs offer the quality you’re seeking can be … Continue reading What is a NAEYC Accredited Preschool?
How former CTRA scholar and first-generation soon-to-be Goodwin graduate found hope for her future in high school by Serena Seepersaud Nervous for new beginnings The thought of starting high school was daunting, and, like most 13- and 14-year-olds, I was … Continue reading Serena’s Story: Optimistic on her path to opportunity
Brian’s Story: From housing insecure to hopeful and helping others How Brian Sullivan built his small business and found success after his experiences with our nation’s flawed correctional system Goodwin University’s Entrepreneurial Network (ENet) is an 18-college credit certificate program … Continue reading Brian’s Story: From housing insecure to hopeful and helping others
On August 18, 2020, the inaugural graduates of Goodwin University’s Entrepreneurial Network (ENet) program stepped up to the podium, one by one, to outline the challenging paths they had traveled, the watershed moments when they decided to turn their lives … Continue reading Incarceration to Entrepreneurship: CTNext $300K Grant Positions Goodwin University Business Cohorts for Success
How Morgan’s experience at CTRA, RMS, and Goodwin demonstrated the importance of togetherness and taught her to give back Morgan Sheldon is a creative communicator who enjoys connecting with others and crafting a strong sense of community for those around … Continue reading Morgan’s story: Making a difference with her degree
A generous $100K grant from the Bank of America will empower a greater number of Connecticut manufacturing workers to access critical skills training from Goodwin University. A key component of Goodwin’s ongoing mission to bolster the state’s economic standing is … Continue reading $100K Bank of America Grant Supports Goodwin University Workforce Development Efforts
Jhonatan’s Story: A university experience to smile about How a Goodwin Dental Hygiene graduate made his career goals a crowning achievement Economic crisis leads to an educational climb In 2009, Jhonatan Rodriquez lost his job due to the Great Recession. … Continue reading Jhonatan’s Story: A university experience to smile about
From Self-Taught Trims to School-Certified Credentials: OB’s Journey to Becoming a Barbershop Business Owner Osvaldo “OB” Lugo’s path to becoming a barbershop business owner has been a long one. Although previously incarcerated, OB has embraced his passion to become an … Continue reading OB’s Story: Becoming a Barbershop Business Owner
Timothy Mason grew up in an Eastern Connecticut town with over 150 active farms. Although his hometown boasts green pastures, red farm homes, and the many colors of an agricultural history, Timothy found life there to be a bit “monochromatic.” … Continue reading Timothy’s Story: From CTRA pupil to “paging Dr. Mason…”
Rising from Hardship, Remaining Hopeful, and Reaching for Happiness: How I helped lift my family out of poverty and pursued my professional passions By Bricherland “Bibi” Quinones For as long as I can remember, my mother told me that my … Continue reading Bibi’s Story: Hardship to Happiness
