Susan Johnson believed in the next chapter — and she wrote it herself. A devoted mother of four and aspiring public health professional, Johnson graduated summa cum laude as the valedictorian of Goodwin University’s class of 2025 — a symphonic … Continue reading Rewriting the Future — Susan Johnson’s Rise from SNAP to Summa Cum Laude
Providing patient-centered care in settings ranging from hospitals and physician’s offices to schools and emergency rooms, nurses come to their community’s aid daily. Across the country, the demand for skilled nurses continues to grow. With the U.S. Bureau of Labor … Continue reading Goodwin Graduate Kristin Fries, MSN, Inspires the Next Generation of Nurses
Many leaders are shaped by their experiences, each bringing unique perspectives informed by their personal and professional journeys. In today’s interconnected world, it’s more crucial than ever to amplify the voices of leaders from all backgrounds, enabling organizations to embrace … Continue reading Perseverance and Positivity: Kiki Dixon’s Leadership Journey
As we mark the start of Neurodiversity Celebration Week, we don’t only take time to recognize the vast and variable nature of the human experience. We honor the contributions neurodivergent thinkers and leaders make every day — shaping the future … Continue reading Becoming Your Own Character — Denzel Closs’ Journey in Autism Advocacy
From its inception as a business and technology training center through its journey to becoming an accredited university, Goodwin has championed educational equity for nearly 25 years. On the surface, educational equity is about providing individuals with fair access to … Continue reading From Authorship to Advocacy — New Havener of the Year Gaylord Salters Fights for Justice Reform
Right now, over two million Americans are incarcerated. To put this into perspective, this adds up to roughly half the population of Connecticut, double that of Rhode Island, and nearly triple that of Wyoming. U.S. penitentiaries house over 25% of … Continue reading Flipping the Script — How ENet Alum and SCRIP Founder Ed Andrews is Addressing Urban Trauma
Goodwin ABSN student completes his degree while his wife undergoes cancer treatment As a young boy growing up in the Philippines, Mickel always wanted a career helping and caring for others. “When I was a kid, I wanted to be … Continue reading Mickel Grumo’s Story of Determination
“It can happen to anyone.” -Marlene Harris Over 10 million adults experience domestic violence each year in the United States (Source). In 1999, Marlene Harris was one of those people. Today, Marlene considers herself a survivor and a thriver, but … Continue reading Surviving and Thriving: A Goodwin Alumna Shares Her Story of Overcoming Domestic Violence and Finding a Career in Human Services
Finding joy in your job can be rare for people just breaking into the workforce, but Jarrell Douglas has found both excitement and potential in his career as a machinist. Even before graduating from Connecticut River Academy (CTRA), Jarrell has … Continue reading A Pathway from High School to Manufacturing
Bianca Noroñas studied communications in Puerto Rico. She grew up in Hato Rey, and while studying in Santurce, she worked as a freelancer for documentaries, local movies, music videos, and short films. An awarded film editor, producer, costume director, and … Continue reading Bianca’s Story: Braving the Storm and Seeking Success
Goodwin’s Master’s Degree in Public Health: A Graduate’s Letter of Appreciation By J.M. Adams, MPH Dear Prospective Students, If you’re contemplating applying to college to earn a certificate, associate, bachelor’s, or master’s degree, please consider my Goodwin experience detailed below. … Continue reading A Graduate’s Letter of Appreciation
Elizabeth Giannetta-Ramos grew up in the south end of Hartford, Connecticut, during the nineties, an era when the state’s capital was riddled with crime, gang wars, and gunfire. With her home in Hartford, Elizabeth attended private school in West Hartford. … Continue reading Elizabeth’s Story: Lessons in Leadership and Summoning her Personal Power
The statistical lifespan for a paramedic in a high call area like Hartford, Connecticut, is about three years. The stress is high, the emotional toll wears on the workers’ well-being, and the physical demand can be rigorous beyond repair. At … Continue reading Victoria’s Story: With Perseverance, Former Paramedic Becomes a Proud Nursing Professional
Brittany’s Story: Innovative OTA Instills Hope for Mental Health Patients Brittany Crockett was working three jobs to pay her bills; her mother needed surgery, and she was helping to put her younger sister through cosmetology school. One day, in between … Continue reading Brittany’s Story: Innovative OTA Instills Hope for Mental Health Patients
Carmelot’s Story: Accomplishing Nursing Career Ambitions and Achieving his American Dream Carmelot Eliassaint loves Caribbean food and the color blue, and relaxes by listening to gospel music and reading. As someone who always enjoys helping people, his favorite quote is, … Continue reading Carmelot’s Story: Accomplishing Nursing Career Ambitions and Achieving his American Dream
Pri’s Story: From strong manufacturing student to proud producer How Priyansha Nayak went from a manual machine operator in Mumbai to a top-tier mechanical engineer As a child, Priyansha “Pri” Nayak would often play with gears and wrenches instead of … Continue reading Pri’s Story: From Strong Manufacturing Student to Proud Producer
Jesline Rosario is enthusiastic about exercising and staying fit. She enjoys running on gravel tracks, street sidewalks, and scenic nature trails. In her spare time, she esteems memorable moments with her family and friends, and she especially appreciates the canine … Continue reading Goodwin graduate, Jesline Rosario, found success studying to protect and serve
Maureen Cruz has been entrenched in Early Childhood Education since she was a child. Her mother, self-described as her most influential teacher, was an early childhood educator, and as a youngster, Maureen would often visit her mom at work. As … Continue reading Teachers of Early Childhood Education: A customary Cruz family career
