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 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
Nursing is one of the most rewarding, challenging, and exciting roles within the healthcare industry. It is constantly growing and evolving. Registered Nurses (RNs) today must be prepared for modern advancements in medical treatments, while maintaining energy, patience, and compassion … Continue reading Find the Right RN Program in Connecticut
The manufacturing industry is currently facing a shortage of skilled workers – workers who are trained and knowledgeable in their trade. According to a recent report by the Manufacturing Institute and Deloitte, about 4.6 million jobs will need to be … Continue reading Considering a CNC Apprenticeship Program?
The communities we live, work, and enjoy all play a special role in all of our lives. Sometimes we can get so busy with our day-to-day, though, that we forget to think about how important it is that these communities … Continue reading What the Top Public Health Universities Have in Common
When you hear “Public Health,” you might think of policy work, or official personnel and NGO professionals coming together to make decisions about their jurisdictions. While this is definitely part of the greater picture, it is only about half – … Continue reading Nursing and Public Health: How They Are Connected, and How Nurses Can Make an Impact Today
The teenage years of a student’s life can be a bit complicated. They are chock full of life-changing experiences and development – emotionally, physically, socially, and intellectually. Not only this, but teens’ futures (i.e. college and careers) rest upon their … Continue reading The Benefits of a Science-Inspired High School
Study Addiction – Workaholism’s Cousin When a “good” habit goes too far, it’s time to react By Mike Saxton, PhD In an earlier article on the Goodwin University blog entitled “Workaholism: The Silent Killer,” I examined the threat workaholism poses … Continue reading Study Addiction – Workaholism’s Cousin
What is the difference between mentoring and coaching? by Dr. Michael Wolter Program Director and Associate Professor of Management and Leadership One of the first questions asked every time I provide a workshop or a lecture on mentoring is, “What … Continue reading What is the difference between mentoring and coaching?
Highly-trained, highly-skilled respiratory therapists are in demand. Across the nation, employment of respiratory therapists is expected to grow 21% by the year 2028 – adding approximately 28,000 new jobs to the field. Without a doubt, the time is now to … Continue reading How to Become a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) in 3 Steps
The Journey of UDL A world of possibilities opens up to two educational “missionaries” by Dr. Lisa M. Wisniewski and Dr. John S. Kania Sometimes it’s hard to imagine that our Universal Design for Learning (UDL) journey began only three … Continue reading The Journey of UDL
Modern manufacturing is an exciting, high-tech field for motivated and innovative people. If you want to work in an industry that is constantly evolving, and allows you to constantly create, then a career in manufacturing is undoubtedly for you! But … Continue reading 7 Reasons to Pursue Manufacturing in 2020
Formerly a Licensed Practical Nurse and Registered Nurse, Julia Pinto found herself stagnant in her nursing career. As a self-described “life-long learner,” Julia reached for more and navigated her way back to Goodwin University. “I chose Goodwin because historically the … Continue reading Goodwin’s MSN Program: Breaking through Barriers for a Healthier Understanding
On Wednesday, February 5, 2020, from 8 am to noon, Goodwin University will host a comprehensive program on “Achieving Success: Navigating Career Obstacles with a Disability.” The event will be held in The River Room, 195 Riverside Drive, on the … Continue reading Goodwin University to Offer “Achieving Success: Navigating Career Obstacles with a Disability”
The Grasp of Grief: How Mourning Doesn’t Always Stop, Come Sunrise Molly Vargo- AS in Funeral Service – Student Success Story We’ve all heard about grief, and not the “good grief!” that Lucy shouts at Charlie Brown. We may have … Continue reading The Grasp of Grief: How Mourning Doesn’t Always Stop, Come Sunrise
After celebrating 20 years of empowering hard-working students to become sought-after employees, Goodwin College kicked off 2020 by announcing that it will become Goodwin University effective immediately. “Becoming Goodwin University is a natural progression for our institution, our faculty, our … Continue reading Goodwin College Becomes Goodwin University
Many people believe that manufacturing jobs involve old factory settings and heavy duty machines. What many do not realize, however, is that the manufacturing industry has advanced substantially with the outpour of new technology. Today, manufacturing is not just a … Continue reading The Growing Relationship Between Manufacturing and Technology
For many professionals across all industries, the thought of earning an advanced degree can seem daunting and, often times, unattainable. Between working full- (or even part-) time, and handling all of life’s other competing priorities, a master’s program might feel … Continue reading How to Get into an MPH Program
