“It’s Electric! Boogie woogie, woogie”
“It’s Electric! Boogie woogie, woogie” Tesla’s innovations are driving demands, with legal trends following by Angelo Saba III, Adjunct Professor, General Education, Business, Technology, and Advanced Manufacturing My brother-in-law drives a Tesla Model S P100D. The midnight silver metallic color … Continue reading “It’s Electric! Boogie woogie, woogie”
Give Kids a Smile: Goodwin Again Offers Free Dental Care for Children
As part of the American Dental Association’s Give Kids a Smile program, Goodwin University is proud to once again offer free dental services for children on Saturday, March 7, 2020, 8 a.m. to 3 p.m., at 403 Main Street in … Continue reading Give Kids a Smile: Goodwin Again Offers Free Dental Care for Children
The “BSN by 2020” Initiative
About one decade ago, in 2010, the Institute of Medicine (IOM) issued a report called The Future of Nursing: Leading Change, Advancing Health. In this, they highlighted the ever-evolving face of healthcare – technology, research, treatments, patient needs – and … Continue reading The “BSN by 2020” Initiative
CTRA Students Add Their Voices to “Poetry on the Streets”
Melanie Pappadis Faranello first started Poetry on the Streets (POTS), “an interactive exhibit designed to engage pedestrians in writing spontaneous poetry,” at the Greater Hartford Art Council’s “Art on the Streets” festival. Public response to the innovative exhibition was so … Continue reading CTRA Students Add Their Voices to “Poetry on the Streets”
10 Public Health Problems of 2021
Since early 2020, our world has been grappling with a devastating global pandemic. The spread of COVID-19 has caused an estimated 2.5 million deaths around the globe. Nearly half a million of those losses were in the United States alone. … Continue reading 10 Public Health Problems of 2021
Next-Level Executive Leadership Courses
Do you have what it takes to become an executive leader? While you may have an innate ability to lead, leadership is not always something that already exists inside. Rather, it’s something that can be learned. When it comes to … Continue reading Next-Level Executive Leadership Courses
Striving for Excellence
Striving for Excellence Connecticut River Academy at Goodwin University Named National Magnet School of Excellence by Magnet Schools of America The Connecticut River Academy (CTRA) at Goodwin University has been named a National Magnet School of Excellence by Magnet Schools … Continue reading Striving for Excellence
Is a Master’s in Public Health (MPH) Worth It?
When you look back on all of your accomplishments in life – big and small – it is also important to reflect on the journey you took to achieve those accomplishments. Chances are, that journey consisted of some sacrifices, hard … Continue reading Is a Master’s in Public Health (MPH) Worth It?
What is the Best Type of Preschool for Your Little One?
The start of your child’s education can feel like a monumental decision. For many families, preschool is the first educational experience the child will have away from the home. This is the start of the child’s educational career. So, should … Continue reading What is the Best Type of Preschool for Your Little One?
Crushing the Interview
Crushing the Interview Moving in or moving on? by Dr. Michael Wolter Program Director and Associate Professor of Management and Leadership Interviewing can be a stressful situation for job applicants, being put in the spotlight for anywhere from a few … Continue reading Crushing the Interview
Student Success Story: Aurora Hill, Child Study Bachelor’s Degree
A Pleasant Student Surprise When Aurora Hill was young, she found out she was going to be a student in Mrs. Cola’s fifth-grade class. Rumors had long circulated throughout the elementary school that Mrs. Cola was the “mean old lady … Continue reading Student Success Story: Aurora Hill, Child Study Bachelor’s Degree
How to Become a Successful Entrepreneur Today
When you think of “The American Dream,” you may think of legendary stars who have climbed up the corporate ladder. You may even think of those rare individuals who have made their mark on this world without a college degree. … Continue reading How to Become a Successful Entrepreneur Today
Medical Billing and Coding Salary Information in Connecticut
Medical billers and coders are a type of health information technician whose role is dedicated to cataloguing patients’ medical data. They are responsible for reviewing medical records, converting the data into a universal medical code, creating claims based on that … Continue reading Medical Billing and Coding Salary Information in Connecticut
The Ethical and Legal Pendulum of Business
The Ethical and Legal Pendulum of Business BUS 110’s ongoing discussion can provide a moral compass by Angelo Saba III, Adjunct Professor, General Education, Business Technology and Advanced Manufacturing I joined Goodwin University in the fall of 2016 to teach … Continue reading The Ethical and Legal Pendulum of Business
What to Look for in a Mortuary Science Program
A funeral service director, often known as a mortician or undertaker, is responsible for planning and overseeing the details of a person’s memorial services (funerals, burials, wakes, cremations) after death. However, there is a lot more to this career than … Continue reading What to Look for in a Mortuary Science Program
What is an Adult Degree Program?
An adult degree program is designed to provide flexible, postsecondary learning opportunities for adults looking to go back to school. Unlike a traditional degree program, adult learning programs are formatted specifically for those who are balancing full-time obligations – such … Continue reading What is an Adult Degree Program?
Eight Barriers to Critical Thinking Part II
Eight Barriers to Critical Thinking Part 2 of 2 by Mike Saxton, PhD In a previous blog article, I presented the first four of eight critical thinking barriers that I caution my students about at the beginning of each term. … Continue reading Eight Barriers to Critical Thinking Part II
Eight Barriers to Critical Thinking
Eight Barriers to Critical Thinking Part 1 of 2 by Mike Saxton, PhD At the beginning of every term, I share a message with all my students about being critical thinkers, warning them about fallacious thinking: allowing cognitive biases and … Continue reading Eight Barriers to Critical Thinking