In the 1940s, Rosie the Riveter’s iconic character captured America’s attention when recruiting female workers into manufacturing fields. As men left the labor force en masse to enlist in WWII, women were asked to put traditional gender roles aside to … Continue reading Modern Manufacturing Careers: Worthwhile Opportunities for Women
Are you a creator with a passion for technology and innovation? Are you looking to jumpstart a welding career, or gain hands-on experience in the manufacturing sphere? Whether you are just getting started in the manufacturing field, or looking to level-up … Continue reading Is a Welding College or Manufacturing School Right for You?
Manufacturing is a booming industry in the modern United States. And thanks to advancements in technology, manufacturing companies are forging ahead with higher production rates. If you desire an exciting, hands-on career that is a part of this growing field, … Continue reading 5 Manufacturing Certificates That Will Get You into a Career Fast
Are you interested in pursuing an exciting, hands-on career that involves creating things every day? You may be perfect for the field of manufacturing. It’s no secret that the U.S. is experiencing a resurgence in manufacturing. Some experts even say … Continue reading Pursuing a Manufacturing and Machining Education: Which School is Right for You?
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
The manufacturing industry is booming across the United States. In fact, our country is in the middle of another industrial revolution – our fourth, to be exact – according to author and professor, Klaus Schwab. Today, we are creating and … Continue reading Why Study Manufacturing?
Pride in Producing Again: Constructing the Connecticut Manufacturing Comeback Grant Gives Goodwin The Green Light In an effort to reduce Connecticut’s manufacturing workforce discrepancy through education, on August 3, 2020, Goodwin University was awarded a subcontract from Hartford’s Capital Workforce … Continue reading Pride in Producing Again: Constructing the Connecticut Manufacturing Comeback
From textiles, tools, and timepieces to aerospace equipment and beyond, manufacturing in Connecticut has long been an important part of the Nutmeg State’s history. With automated technology and manufacturing advancements on the rise, companies and their employees seek to stay … Continue reading Making Moves in Modern Manufacturing through Apprenticeship Programs
Manufacturing is growing and ever-evolving field. Thanks to advancements in technology, manufacturers are turning up the production rates and moving full-steam ahead. If you’re interested in pursuing a career in manufacturing, you may be wondering if manufacturing school is worth … Continue reading Is Manufacturing School Worth It?
A manufacturing manager has one of the most important roles in their industry. These professionals oversee various manufacturing activities within a facility, ensuring that high-quality goods are being produced, and that employees are working in safe and satisfying environments. If … Continue reading Manufacturing Manager Salary Information
How Goodwin University’s School of Business, Technology, and Advanced Manufacturing Produced Masks, Shields, and a Sense of Community On a Sunday afternoon in mid-March, 2020, just as the COVID-19 pandemic was tightening its grip on Greater Hartford, Dr. Cliff Thermer, … Continue reading Small-Scale Manufacturing Leads to Protective Supply Success
It’s an exciting time for modern manufacturing. With advanced technology bringing us cutting-edge methods and faster-than-ever production rates, we are seeing a boom in this creative and evolving field. In fact, the Connecticut Department of Labor expects to see continued … Continue reading Considering a Production Management Degree?
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?
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
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
There are currently more than 4,000 active manufacturing companies in Connecticut, and over 160,000 manufacturing workers employed across the state. However, there is still the need for more – more skilled, qualified workers to support and grow this booming field. … Continue reading Manufacturing Education Requirements in Connecticut
You want a hands-on career. You want to work in a field that is exciting, growing, and gives tangible results at the end of the workday. You want to join the manufacturing industry. With the focus on technology in today’s … Continue reading Why CNC Precision Machining is So Important
The Young Woman in the Weld Zone For many people, their path in life is not linear. On the way to the destination, we encounter deviations, distractions, and disruptions. In the midst of it all, we hold onto an anchor … Continue reading Student Success Story: Cheyenne Welsh, Welding Certificate Program
