Criminology, Criminal Justice, Criminalistics: What’s the Difference?
Are you interested in criminal justice, criminology, or criminalistics? Use this guide to learn about each area of study and discover which field is right for you. As a natural guardian, you have decided that it is your mission to … Continue reading Criminology, Criminal Justice, Criminalistics: What’s the Difference?
Goodwin Graduates First Dental Hygiene Class
On April 14, 15 new dental professionals, who will devote their careers to caring for the smiles of others, were wearing some pretty impressive smiles of their own. Family, friends, and faculty gathered at the Goodwin College auditorium in East … Continue reading Goodwin Graduates First Dental Hygiene Class
Goodwin College Hosted Young Inventors as Part of the CT Invention Convention
On April 6, the inventors of the future got a chance to show their best ideas at the Goodwin College Business and Manufacturing Center in East Hartford. Young inventors and their families from across Connecticut showed off their inventions on … Continue reading Goodwin College Hosted Young Inventors as Part of the CT Invention Convention
The Petit Family Foundation Awards Grant to Goodwin
Goodwin College students using the Nursing and Health Science lab at the Riverside campus will soon enjoy an enhanced learning experience thanks to a gift from the Petit Family Foundation. A $17,728 grant will be used for the purchase of … Continue reading The Petit Family Foundation Awards Grant to Goodwin
What is Green Manufacturing and Why is It Important?
Manufacturing is the largest sector of the American economy. It stands at the center of our country’s success and contributes to many job opportunities throughout the United States. From retail to construction, transportation to utilities, the manufacturing sector is closely … Continue reading What is Green Manufacturing and Why is It Important?
Preparing for Your Medical Assistant Certification Exam? 3 Tips for Success
If you’re preparing for your medical assistant certification exam in CT, here are some tips that could help you succeed! With healthcare careers in CT continuing to grow, the demand for certified medical assistants is ever on the rise. According … Continue reading Preparing for Your Medical Assistant Certification Exam? 3 Tips for Success
Goodwin College’s Mock Crime Scenes: Learning Through Experience
As part of Goodwin College’s Criminal Justice courses, students participate in a mock crime scene to learn firsthand what it’s like to be a forensic investigator. Criminal Justice is a highly specialized field, and its members must have the right … Continue reading Goodwin College’s Mock Crime Scenes: Learning Through Experience
Scholarship Event Recognizes Inspirational “Real Women” and Encourages Support
On March 30, 2016, the Goodwin College Advancement team welcomed 200 guests to the Society Room in downtown Hartford to celebrate “Real Life, Real Women,” the third annual gathering created to raise support for scholarships for women at the College. … Continue reading Scholarship Event Recognizes Inspirational “Real Women” and Encourages Support
From Inspiration to Reality
Talk to Dr. Len Walsh, Goodwin College’s program director for CNC Machining Training and Supply Chain & Logistics Management, for only a few minutes and it’s easy to get caught up in his enthusiasm for critical thinking, problem solving, and … Continue reading From Inspiration to Reality
Diana J. LaRocco Speaks on Universal Design for Learning
On April 1, Diana J. LaRocco, Goodwin College’s Social and Educational Sciences Department Chair, served as a featured panelist on “Universal Design: Education-Based Practices,” part of a one-day conference designed for educators about strategies for improving the success of college … Continue reading Diana J. LaRocco Speaks on Universal Design for Learning
Take Your Welding Courses to the Next Level with a Manufacturing Degree
Are you considering a career in welding? Are you looking for welding courses in Connecticut, or are you ready to take your welding skills to the next level? Welding is a rewarding, exciting career path for those who are looking … Continue reading Take Your Welding Courses to the Next Level with a Manufacturing Degree
Flash Forward: What You Can Do with a Criminal Justice Degree
Choosing a degree in Criminal Justice can set you down the path to a rewarding, successful career in law enforcement. Learn what career options you will encounter within the criminal justice field. We often hear children say, “When I grow … Continue reading Flash Forward: What You Can Do with a Criminal Justice Degree
The Medical Assistant Job Outlook is Bright
Healthcare is a constant necessity. Day in and day out, people will always need professional medical care. This is especially true today. The aging baby boomer population is progressively escalating the nation’s demand for medical services, facilities, and support. If … Continue reading The Medical Assistant Job Outlook is Bright
Are Trade Schools and Career Colleges One and the Same?
Confused about the difference between trade schools and career-oriented colleges? Learn more! While looking to further your career—or find a rewarding career in a new, in-demand field—the best thing you can do is to pursue a career-focused education. But there … Continue reading Are Trade Schools and Career Colleges One and the Same?
A Closer Look at Goodwin’s Medical Assistant Internships
Find placement at dozens of medical assisting internships in CT at Goodwin College. Learn more! The healthcare industry is continuing to grow, and the time has never been better to pursue a career in the medical field. And one great … Continue reading A Closer Look at Goodwin’s Medical Assistant Internships
Assessment Workshop Draws Colleagues in Education to East Hartford
“Closing the Loop,” an assessment workshop sponsored by a grant from the Hartford Consortium, was held on March 18 at Goodwin College. The outline of the event included identifying effective assessment projects; improving data-mining processes; acquiring techniques for data-driven decision … Continue reading Assessment Workshop Draws Colleagues in Education to East Hartford
Goodwin College Business and Manufacturing Center Hosts Second Annual Local Invention Convention for CT Independent Study Students
The second Annual Local Invention Convention for Independent Study Students, ages 5 to 13, will take place on April 6, 2016 at Goodwin College Business and Manufacturing Center in East Hartford, Connecticut. These students have been working on inventions to … Continue reading Goodwin College Business and Manufacturing Center Hosts Second Annual Local Invention Convention for CT Independent Study Students
Which Manufacturing Training Program is Right for You?
Manufacturing is an ever-growing industry. If you are considering a career in manufacturing, know that the opportunities for qualified workers are great. Today, there are an estimated 17.6 million manufacturing jobs in the United States, and over 2.2 million more … Continue reading Which Manufacturing Training Program is Right for You?