| President Scheinberg Honored With International Award |
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President Mark Scheinberg received the International Legacy Honor Award from Young Presidents' Organization (YPO) at its annual Global Leadership Conference February 23. The Legacy Honor Award is presented to a YPO member who exemplifies the organization's ideals in business, family, and/or community life. Scheinberg was selected for this honor based on his lifelong contributions to promoting peace, education, and social enterprise, particularly through his dedicated leadership within Young Presidents' Organization. YPO is comprised of more than 17,000 presidents and CEOs. Click here for more. |back to top| |
| Goodwin Student Service Projects Earn Presidential Recognition |
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Goodwin College has been named to the 2009 President's Higher Education Community Service Honor Roll, the highest federal recognition a college or university can receive for its commitment to volunteering, service-learning, and civic engagement. The recognition was in honor of two initiatives, both coordinated by Assistant Dean Joy Castello Butler. In 2008, twelve Goodwin College peer tutors gave more than 500 hours of service to the Career Advancement Pathways Program, developed by Goodwin College and supported by a partnership with the CT Campus Compact and Central Connecticut State University. The students provided foundational skills tutoring and mentorship for non-native residents who have attained Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification. Also, Goodwin College students collected over 3,000 toys, clothing, and food items for delivery to families in need in 2008. In total, Goodwin College students devoted over 4,000 hours to community service in 2008. |back to top| |
| NEASC Site Visit Complete |
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A team of evaluators from the New England Association of Schools and Colleges wrapped up their visit this week, as part of the process of reaccredidation (the college earned initial accreditation in 2004). During a debriefing, the team noted the college’s energetic and student-centered faculty and staff, well-articulated program goals, and award-winning academic center. The team cautioned the college to ensure that adequate resources and staff are available to successfully transition to baccalaureate status and meet other college goals. The commission’s final report and accreditation decision is expected in late 2010. The process has included a significant investment of effort on the part of faculty, staff, and students, particularly in the preparation of the 100 page self-study report. VP for Institutional Effectiveness Janet Jefford expresses her thanks to all who participated, and also thanks everyone for welcoming the NEASC team to campus. |back to top| |
| Goodwin College Students Score Highest in Nation on Histotechnician Exam |
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Goodwin’s Histology program achieved a new milestone, as the release of 2009 testing data revealed that graduating students had the highest average score on the American Society for Clinical Pathology’s Histotechnician Exam from among the 28 such programs in the United States. The exam is required in order to earn certification as a histotechnician. |back to top| |
| Talent Night Raises Funds for Haiti |
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Twenty acts took part in the Improv Night Fundraiser for Haiti on February 20, coordinated by the Student Council and Student Ambassadors, and supported by the MOVE program. A silent auction raised over $2,276 for earthquake relief. Thank you to all who participated, and to those who donated auction items! |back to top| |
| Art Club Photo Contest |
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The Goodwin College Art Club, a student organization dedicated to the appreciation and creation of art on and off campus, has teamed up with the Library Advocacy Committee to organize a Goodwin College photo contest. The club will collect photos through the website, and winning photos will be used to create a 2011 Goodwin College calendar. Please click here for more information. |back to top| |
| Join Goodwin College in Rebuilding Together |
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Rebuilding Together unifies people from all walks of life to improve the homes and lives of low-income homeowners, providing free repair services for those with the greatest need. The program places a special focus on the elderly, disabled, or displaced. Join volunteers from the College on April 24, from 8:30 a.m. to noon, followed by a picnic at Northwest Park. Directions will be emailed to participants. Click here to sign up! |back to top| |
| News from Career Services |
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You should begin thinking about your career development early - don’t wait until graduation. Career Counselor David Zoppoli provides a range of services, including resume advice, mock interviews, job search assistance, and more. Contact him at dzoppoli@goodwin.edu, or visit the Career Services Web Page. The College-2-Career Expo was a big success. Click here for more information about the event. Six Flags New England will be on campus recruiting for both internships and summer positions on Tuesday, March 16, from 10:30-12:30. Career Services and Alumni Relations are hosting their first networking event of 2010, for Human Services students and alumni, Thursday, April 8, 2010. This networking event is one in a series that brings together alumni and students to discuss career issues and the current job market. Please RSVP to David Zoppoli at dzoppoli@goodwin.edu or 860.727.6768 by Thursday, April 1, 2010. |back to top| |
| Early Childhood Conference Planned |
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The Early Childhood Department will be hosting its first annual professional development conference on Tuesday, May 4, from 8:30 a.m. to noon. |back to top| |
| Envirothon Event Held |
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The Aquatics training workshop for the Connecticut Envirothon, an annual competition amongst high school students, was held at Goodwin College on Saturday, February 13, 2010. Over 120 students were in attendance. Expert presenters from across the state led sessions ranging from fish identification to aquatic invasive plant ecology. Goodwin College Environmental Studies students participated in the program. |back to top| |
| River Campus Adds Digital Signage |
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Flat screen monitors updated daily with messages about campus events have been added in the main entrance and student lounge. Thanks to the Public Relations Committee, Caleb Prue, and Bryant Harrell for their persistence in moving the project forward. If you have a campus message you would like to appear, please email it to communications@goodwin.edu. |back to top| |
| Raffle Winners |
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The winners of the Financial Aid FAFSA Raffle are: Denaisha Stephenson, Lauren Leveton, and Susana Rodriguez. Congratulations, and thank you to everyone who submitted their FAFSA information by the deadline. Click here for more information on financial aid at Goodwin College. |back to top| |
| Diapers Available |
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In an effort to ease some of the financial burden for students and as an added convenience, diapers will be sold at a discounted price in the bookstore beginning February 22, 2010. The program is part of a collaboration with
My Little Star Baby Products. |back to top| |
| Weight Watchers |
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The Weight Watchers program wrapped up its 6th week and employees have lost a total of 112.6 pounds (as of last week’s weigh-in). In an effort to help increase their activity level, the Employee Wellness Fitness committee, with the help of Dan Larson, has begun mapping out a walking loop in the building. The route will be approximately ½ mile. In a few weeks, all Goodwin Employees will be emailed a map of the route and signage will be noted around the campus. As the weather improves, the Fitness Committee will begin mapping a route outdoors. |back to top| |
| Phonathon |
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A phonathon is more than just fundraising! A few times each year, Goodwin College
volunteers call alumni and friends to:
Update contact information to ensure alumni receive important information from the college... Remind alumni about services provided by the college, like career services and library access that remain available to alumni... Provide information on ways to support the college, including our "Take Your Seat" campaign. Alumni have already pledged or donated over $3,000 for student scholarships in 2010. Increased alumni giving, even from small donations, can help the college qualify for foundation support. Thank you to all who participated in the March 2 phonathon session. If you would like to volunteer for the next phonathon session, Wednesday, March 24, 4:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. please contact Guy LaBella at 860.727.6948 or glabella@goodwin.edu |back to top| |
| Update on "Take Your Seat" Campaign |
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Thank you to the employees, alumni, students, trustees, and friends who have "Taken A Seat" in the Auditorium to support the Scholarship Fund so far.
You can now select your seat(s)! When you submit your seat inscription(s), you will be emailed a link to an online seat selector. Very cool! Seat selections are first-come, first-served. If you have already pledged, be sure to submit your inscription to giving@goodwin.edu. If you have already sent your inscription, you will receive the link to the seat selector in the coming weeks. Visit www.goodwin.edu/TakeYourSeat.asp or call 890.291.9934 to dedicate your seat today! |back to top| |
| Email Etiquette: Be Part of the Solution |
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Do you spend more time each week deleting unwanted emails? As our institution grows, so does the number of emails going back and forth. Organizational communication benefits when all are mindful of basic email etiquette.
Click here for helpful email tips. |back to top| |
| Contribute to Next Month's Update |
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Do you want to share information with the Goodwin College community? Send it to the Goodwin College News Update
by sending an email to lsawyer@goodwin.edu. The next deadline is
March 30.
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