INTERESTED IN BECOMING A PEER TUTOR?

The Academic Success Center and Math Lab are looking for Peer Tutors for the following classes: BIO 120, BIO 211, BIO 212, CHEM, CAP 110, MATH 125, and MATH 135. Students who are interested must have received an A- or higher in the particular class that they would like to tutor, and must have an overall GPA of 3.0 or greater. Any students who are interested should email their resumes to Surbhi Patel at ASCStaff@goodwin.edu, specifying what class(es) they are interested in tutoring.

GOODWIN MAKE DIGITAL COMMONS MOST POPULAR LISTS



Digital Commons recently notified Goodwin College that it currently ranks third among the most popular institutions in the Online and Distance Education Commons section for the month of December. The institutions on the list were Fayetteville State University, North Carolina, and Sacred Heart University. Specifically, Mark Fazioli’s dissertation,Effects of Personalized Narration on Learner Motivation in a Web-Base Environment, was one of the top ten most downloaded items in Online and Distance Education for December. Congratulations to Mark and Goodwin’s Digital Commons team on this great accomplishment! If you have questions or would like to know more about Digital Commons, please contact Marilyn Nowlan or Cynthia Hunt.

BEACON DEADLINE EXTENDED TO JANUARY 20.



The deadline for submission for The Beacon IV has been extended to January 20. The editors are seeking contributions of creative writing from Goodwin students, faculty, and staff. Poetry, short stories, creative non-fiction, and excerpts from larger bodies of creative work are welcome. To be considered for inclusion, please email your submissions to TheBeacon@Goodwin.edu.

GOODWIN IS DELL’S CUSTOMER OF THE WEEK, JAN. 23 to 30


Dell's Member Purchase Program is committed to providing Goodwin College students, faculty, and staff their BEST PRICE GUARANTEE year round on Dell computers and other items including TV's, printers, cameras, Bluetooth speakers, monitors, and more! From January 23 to 30, Goodwin College is Dell's Member of the Week and will be able to take advantage of one of their best promotions ever: 17% off purchases. This 17% off coupon will stack with existing site discounts and is the same discount that a Dell employee receives! Visit www.dell.com/Goodwin to claim your coupon and take advantage of this phenomenal offer while it lasts! If you do not have a @goodwin.edu email address, or would like to extend the offer to a family member, you may still take advantage of the offering by emailing business mpp@dell.com and referencing Goodwin College and your Member ID: US45230895. Please allow up to 24 hours to receive a response from Dell.

ONLINE STUDIES OFFERS SESSIONS FOR STUDENTS — JANUARY 13



The Online Studies department has scheduled the spring semester “How to Learn Online Using Blackboard” sessions for both new and existing students on Tuesday, January 13, in the Community Room. Two sessions to choose from: 10 to 11 a.m. or 6 to 7 p.m. Students who may not be able to attend these sessions can access an Online Orientation at http://www.student-pd.org/orientation/index.htm. Please contact Mark Fazioli with questions.

AAA Membership Discounts and Giveaways This Month

Winter weather can be unpredictable, and AAA wants you to be safe during those unwanted times.

Not only is AAA offering a special discounted membership rate this month, but if you join by December 31, you will also be entered to win a winter survival kit that includes an emergency road kit, blanket and flashlight!


DELL DECEMBER DEALS

TRANSITIONS FOOD PANTRY ORDERS & HOURS

Food Pantry orders for the week of December 22 will be available for pick up on Tuesday, December 23, after 3 p.m. The Food Pantry will be closed beginning Wednesday, December 24, and will reopen Monday, January 5.

BAD WEATHER? CLASSES CANCELLED? HERE'S HOW TO FIND OUT...


School closings due to inclement weather will be posted on the following stations no later than 7 a.m. for day classes and 3 p.m. for evening classes: 
WFSB-TV (Channel 3)WVIT-TV (Channel 30), and WTIC-TVFox CT (Channel 61)
Students can also check the homepage of the College website, Facebook, and Twitter or call 860-528-4111. Please note: Goodwin does not use the campus emergency notification system for weather closings. 

Cold Night in Cardboard City Leads to Understanding for Students



On Friday, November 14, 50 MOVE and WISE students joined 70 other college students to participate in Journey Home’s Cardboard City Sleep Out at the University of Hartford to brace the frigid cold temperatures and raise awareness for homelessness. 


This was the first event in the National Hunger and Homelessness Awareness week.

Journey Home, a local non-profit focused on ending chronic homelessness in Hartford, organized the annual event. The students took part in a number of activities throughout the night. They watched a documentary about homelessness in Hartford, listened to stories from current and former homeless people, participated in the food stamps challenge, engaged in a candle light vigil honoring homeless people who have been victims of violence, and led a privilege walk.

“[The students] were very engaged. It’s obvious they were really listening because they asked very deep questions that got to the heart of what it means to be homeless. It was apparent they were trying to understand the plight these people have experienced,” said Journey Home Deputy Director, Amanda Girardin.

The students gained awareness and knowledge about homelessness not only in Hartford, but nationwide and what they can do as college students to help end homelessness.

Check out some videos of the event:

Read Hartford Courant article:

WINTER CRAFT FAIR


DELL BLACK FRIDAY DEALS

BUSINESS WRITING RECEPTION: DECEMBER 8


Join Goodwin students, professors, and administrators, business leaders, and community partners for an evening of inspirational presentations. Students in the Management and Leadership Program’s ENG 325 will discuss their experiences working with small businesses and nonprofits and share their insights about building bridges between higher education and the local community. The event will be held on Monday, December 8, from 6 to 7:30 p.m. in the Auditorium of the main campus building. Food and drink will be provided. Please contact Randy Laist at rlaist@goodwin.edu or (860) 913-2080 with questions.

POETRY CONTEST WINNERS ANNOUNCED



The Poetry Club is pleased to announce the 2014 contest winners: 1st Place - "Picking Up Pieces" by Jamie Mattos; 2nd Place - "Come winter, come summer" by Deanna McKenzie; 3rd Place - "Little Things" by Melissa Malchiodi. Please join the Poetry Club in commending the winners by listening to a reading of their poems in the library on Tuesday, November 18, 4:30 to 6 pm. Questions, please contact Cynthia Hendricks at chendricks@goodwin.edu.

NO-SHAVE NOVEMBER


Goodwin College, in support of No-Shave November wants you to share your ‘stache! You could win a $50 gift card to Sports Haven Bar & Grille in New Haven. To win, post your photos to our Facebook wall: GoodwinCollegeCT and/or tweet your photos to @GoodwinCollege on Twitter. It's as simple as that. We will select a winner for the most creative "No-Shave November" submission on Monday, December 1 at noon.

DELL COMPUTER SPECIALS FOR GOODWIN STUDENTS



These are Dell's best deals of the year and something you won’t want to miss out on. Special Reminder: military, veterans, dependents, and USAA members save an extra 15% off now 11/13 at 7 a.m. EST at www.dell.com/Goodwin (3rd rotating banner or hyperlinked under Member Exclusive Deals). Contact Matthew Cunningham at Matthew_Cunningham@Dell.com with questions. See flyer.

GOODWIN COLLEGE FOUNDATION STUDENT SCHOLARSHIPS

Spring 2015 Application and Selection Period

Are you feeling overwhelmed and worried about paying for your classes next semester? You may qualify for one of 11 scholarships available to students this Spring through the Goodwin College Foundation and generous friends of the College. Look for a description of the scholarships and a link to the application at http://www.goodwin.edu/giving/scholarships.asp. The deadline for submissions is December 1. If you have questions, contact Greg Jordan, Advancement Specialist, at 860-727-6969 or GJordan@goodwin.edu. APPLY TODAY!

NLN A&P EXAM COST



Effective immediately, the cost of the National League for Nursing Anatomy and Physiology Exam is $16.

Health Science Career Fair

Fall Harvest Festival

Learn about YOUR Safety from November 17 - 20!


CT Alive - Shopping Discounts November 9th


Yoga Study Vets and Current Military

Family Literacy Day



NY JETS COLLEGE DISCOUNT OFFER

Special promotion available for college students and staff: 3 upper level options starting at $50 per ticket; first 100 tickets purchased will meet inside the MetLife Central and form a hi-five tunnel to welcome Jets players and coaches as they enter the stadium; discounted parking; deadline for purchase is one week prior to game date. Dolphins vs. Jets, Dec. 1 at 8:30 p.m., Patriots vs. Jets, Dec. 21 at 1 p.m. For more information, contact Brian Aiello with NY Jets, baiello@jets.nfl.com, 973-549-4883.

Dell November Deals for Goodwin Students



STUDENTS INVITED! CELEBRATE THE ARRIVAL OF THE NEW STUDENT RESEARCH VESSEL – NOV. 6

The Connecticut River Academy and Goodwin College will celebrate the arrival of a brand new freshwater research vessel, the R/V Goodwin Navigator, when it arrives packed with eager environmental science students at the CTRA dock at 9:30 a.m. on Thursday, November 6. The boat is the only freshwater school research vessel in the region, and will offer students unprecedented access to the Connecticut River for environmental studies. During the welcoming celebration, the boat will travel from Glastonbury up the river to the dock at the Connecticut River Academy. This event is open all members of the Goodwin community and tours will be available afterwards. In case of inclement weather, the celebration will be moved to 9:30 a.m. on Friday, November 7. For more information, contact Alex Henschel, Magnet School Specialist, at 860-913-2181 or ahenschel@goodwin.edu.

MOMETRIX ANNOUNCES SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITIES



Mometrix Test Preparation is hosting their first ever college scholarship essay contest, and they are looking to give away scholarship prizes of $5000, $2000, and $1000 to college students just like you! Submit your essay of 2000 characters (approx. 400 words) or less by May 22, 2015, to have a chance to win. Visitors will have through June 3, 2015, to cast their votes for their favorite essay, so don't forget to tell your friends and family to vote for your entry! Mometrix will be posting essays as they are received, so it is to your advantage to get yours in early -- the longer it's on the site, the more opportunities people have to vote for it! For more information: http://www.mometrix.com/collegescholarships/

SUPPORT MOVE AND WISE STUDENTS IN CARDBOARD CITY SLEEP OUT




Thirty Goodwin Students in the MOVE and WISE programs are participating in the Cardboard City Sleep Out hosted by Journey Home at the University of Hartford from 6 p.m., Friday, November 14, to 7 a.m., Saturday, November 15. Cardboard City Sleep Out is a youth-based advocacy and awareness event centered on the issues of homelessness. It provides a chance to bring together a large, diverse group of college students to help gain an understanding of homelessness in their community, while empowering them to create the change needed to end it. Please support Goodwin students and Journey Home, Inc, by donating to help end homelessness in Greater Hartford at http://www.razoo.com/story/Goodwin-College-Move-Wise?referral_code=share. Download flyer. Questions? Contact Kelsey Woodford at 860-727-6988 or kwoodford@goodwin.edu.

SERVE UP FUN WITH THE GOODWIN FITNESS CLUB!




Join the Goodwin Fitness Club for some volleyball action on Wednesday, November 5, and Wednesday, November 19, in the CTRA gymnasium. Both sessions at 6 p.m. Sign up with Ali Welcome at the front desk in the main building lobby or look for the sign up sheet outside Room 132.

POETRY OPEN MIC




The Poetry Club is hosting an Open Mic in the Auditorium on Thursday, December 4, from 4:30 to 6pm. Calling all creative writers to come and share your work! Please contact Cynthia McHale-Hendricks at hendricks@goodwin.edu with questions.

Save-the-Date for Goodwin College's Health Science Career Fair

TAKE A BITE OUT OF APPLE








Did you know that Apple offers educational discounts for Goodwin students, faculty, and staff purchases? Go to http://store.apple.com/us-hed/findyourschool, search for Goodwin College, and make your purchase online.

SPRING REGISTRATION



Registration for the spring 2015 semester will begin on Monday, November 10, 2014 at 7 a.m., ending on Sunday, November 23, 2014 at 11:59 p.m. Late registration will open on Monday, December 8, 2014 at 9 a.m. If you do not register during the normal registration dates, you will need to visit the Business Office to pay the $100 late registration fee. You may contact the Assistant Registrar with questions at rstraub@goodwin.edu.

Part-Time Positions Available

Macy's (Westfarms Mall)

AlliedBarton Security Services (Windsor Locks)

ACE CLASSES FOR SENIORS 55+



Goodwin College has announced its fall 2014 Adult Continuing Education (ACE) offerings. The classes — free of charge to seniors 55 and older — are offered in conjunction with the East Hartford South End Senior Center. All courses are presented in two-part sessions at the Goodwin campus and the Senior Center, 70 Canterbury Street, East Hartford. Introduction to Computers: Part 1 on Friday, November 7, 5 to 7 p.m. at the Senior Center and Part 2 on Saturday, November 8, 9 to 11 a.m. at Goodwin College. Infectious Diseases Today: Part 1 on Friday, December 5, 5 to 7 p.m. at the Senior Center and Part 2 on Saturday, December 6, 9 to 11 a.m. at Goodwin College. If you know of a senior citizen who might be interested, please pass along this information. Participants must register for classes by contacting ACE Program Coordinator Claude Mayo at 860-913-2051 or cmayo@goodwin.edu.

Need Some Tutoring Help?

ACADEMIC SUCCESS CENTER
Check out the new video, produced by Kevin Gardner, the Academic Success Center, and the Academic Success Tier II Committee, on how the ASC is helping Goodwin students make the most of their educational opportunities every day!

FAMILY LITERACY DAY – NOVEMBER 8



The Early Childhood Education Club will sponsor a Family Game Day on Saturday, November 8, from 12:30 to 2 p.m. in the auditorium. Admittance to the events is the contribution of a non-perishable food item. Snacks and beverages available for purchase. Activities include puppet show and Scholastic Book Fair!

National Medical Assisting Week


National Medical Assisting Week, October 20 to 24, is sponsored by the American Association of Medical Assistants to recognize the importance of Medical Assistants in the health care field. In honor of National Medical Assisting Week, Goodwin’s Medical Assisting department will host two small gatherings at 403 Main Street, on Monday, October 20, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. and from 4 to 6 p.m. for current Medical Assisting students and faculty. Please note that the location and times have changes from previous announcements. Cake, coffee, activities, and the chance to socialize and celebrate the great work that goes on in our Medical Assisting program! Make plans to join us for this event. Please contact Nicole Green at ngreen@goodwin.edu with questions.

FALL BACK!



Daylight Saving Time ends and reverts to standard time on Sunday, November 2. Clocks are moved backward by one hour at 2:00 AM daylight savings time, and the time becomes 1:00 AM standard time. The National Fire Prevention Association and the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recommend that consumers change the battery in smoke and carbon monoxide detectors when they change their clocks. Other clocks and appliances to consider: kitchen stove, cameras, answering machine, alarm clocks, VCR, car, cell phone, PDA, microwave, watch, GPS, central air conditioning, analog devices, and electronic thermostats.

IMPORTANT MESSAGE ABOUT STUDENT EMAILS



There seems to be some confusion as to what a student’s email address is in the new Microsoft 365 system. It is the same as before; this has not changed. Your email address will always be the first initial of the first name, followed by the entire last name, followed by @student.goodwin.edu. So, for Dan Rego, the student email would be drego@student.goodwin.eduKeep in mind that if there are multiple people with the same name, there may be a number before the @ sign, like drego1@student. The ONLY time you will need your SonisWeb ID, like DR5548662@student.goodwin.edu, is when you are signing onto the O365 site, but it is NOT your email address. If you need further assistance, please contact the Goodwin College Helpdesk at 860-727-6743 or stop into the IT office in room 136 of the main building.

Race with the Goodwin College Outdoors Club

Relax and Get Fit with the Goodwin College Outdoors Club


GOODWIN COLLEGE FALL FUN FAIR – OCTOBER 31




Have a howling good time at the annual Fall Fun Fair on Friday, October 31, from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. on the first floor of One Riverside Drive. Goodwin students and their families are invited for a night of fun, fright, and festivities including trick or treating, book fair, dance clinic, snacks, and a haunted house.  Late-night showing of Rocky Horror Picture Show at 10 p.m. Suggested donation of a bag of candy is welcome. For more information, contact Nicole Miller, Student Engagement Coordinator, at NMiller@goodwin.edu or 860-913-2018 RSVP via email or phone.




Part-Time Positions Available

2 Sales Associate Positions (Meriden, CT)

Sales Associate (Middletown, CT)

Cashier Position (Middletown, CT)

SAVE LUNGS WITH PIZZA — OCTOBER 22


Celebrate Respiratory Care Week at the Respiratory Care Club’s pizza sale on Wednesday, October 22, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. In the Student Lounge. Pizza is $2 per piece.

You're Invited to Join a Discussion about Civil Rights Issues

College2Career Expo Right in East Hartford

A trolley will be available to transport any interested Goodwin College students to Rentschler Field and then back to Goodwin College. The trolley will leave the Goodwin College campus (outside of the front doors) at 11:15 am and return to Goodwin at 2:15 pm.

The Path of Hope Benefit Walk



The Path of Hope, a 5K walk to benefit the Connecticut Brain Tumor Alliance (CTBTA), will be held Sunday, October 5, 2014 at 9:00 a.m. at Hammonasset Beach State Park, 1288 Boston Post Road, Madison Connecticut. The event will be the first 5K walk to benefit the CBTA, which seeks to provides hope and support for those affected by brain tumors throughout Connecticut, raise awareness of the disease, and fund research for better treatment and the cure.  

A Goodwin College student has created a College team, with 3 participants so far.  For more information on the walk or to register, visit http://ctbtapathofhope.dojiggy.com, or to join the Goodwin College team, visit
http://ctbtapathofhope.dojiggy.com/goodwincollege.

Flight Night for Only $11!

FITNESS CLUB PRESENTS “FLIGHT NIGHT”





The Fitness Club will sponsor a “Flight Night” at Flight Trampoline Park, 140 Production Court in New Britain on Friday, October 17, from 7:30 to 9 p.m. The cost is $11 and must be paid in full to Ali Welcome (front desk) or Nicole Miller (Room 132) by October 15. 

Bus Trip To West Point


Seats are available to make the trip with the Navs Soccer Team to this Sunday's game (October 5th) at the United States Military Academy at West Point, as we play Army.
The ride and the tickets are free, and the bus will be filled on a first-come, first served basis.
The bus will leave Goodwin at 9:00 AM sharp, and return around 6:00 PM.
Contact sports@goodwin.edu to be added to the list.
Go Navs!

School Closings Policy


School closings due to inclement weather: announcements will be posted on the following stations no later than 7 a.m. for day classes and 3 p.m. for evening classes: WRCH (100.5 FM)WTIC (96.5 FM),WTIC (1080 AM)WZMX (93.7 FM)WFSB-TV (Channel 3)WVIT-TV (Channel 30)WTNH-TV (Channel 8), andWTIC-TVFox CT (Channel 61). Students may also access school closing information by checking the homepage of the College website or by calling 860-528-4111. See school closing information in the College catalog (consider bookmarking this link). Please note: we do not use the emergency notification system for weather closings.

Part-Time Positions Available

Looking for a part-time job while in college? Check out the available positions below!

Part-Time Security Officer

Part-Time Teller - Bank of America (Glastonbury, CT)

Part-Time Teller - Bank of America (Glastonbury, CT)

Part-Time Teller - Bank of America

Part-Time Teller - Bank of America (Hartford, CT)

Part-Time Talent - WTIC FM

FREE RCRA GENERATOR TRAINING – OCTOBER 16

The CT Department of Energy and Environmental Protection will offer free Resource Conservation and Recovery Act generator training in the Goodwin College Community Room on Thursday, October 16, from 1 to 4 p.m. No registration required. Those who provide their email address at the event will receive an electronic certificate. Open to all Goodwin students and employees. You can also register for the online webcast by emailing Mark.Latham@ct.gov. For more information, contact Bruce Morton at bmorton@goodwin.edu.

CELEBRATE NATIONAL MEDICAL ASSISTING WEEK- October 20-24



National Medical Assisting Week, October 20 to 24, is sponsored by the American Association of Medical Assistants to recognize the importance of Medical Assistants in the health care field. In honor of National Medical Assisting Week, Goodwin’s Medical Assisting department will host a small gathering in the Community Room on Monday, October 20, from 3 to 5 p.m. for current Medical Assisting students and faculty. Cake, coffee, activities, and the chance to social and celebrate the great work that goes on in our Medical assisting program! Make plans to join us for this event. Please contact Amanda Lavigne at alavigne@goodwin.edu with questions.

CMHA Fall Career Fair

Wednesday, October 1 3:00-7:00 pm 270 Downey Drive, New Britain, CT

Onsite interviews for 45+ positions:

Management
- Associate Program Officer
- Program Coordinator
- Assistant Program Coordinator

Direct Care/Clinical
- APRN
- Registered Nurse
- Clinician (Licensed and Unlicensed)
- Case Manager
- Recovery Specialist
- Residential Monitor
- Employment Specialist
- Life Skills Coach

Non-Clinical
- Medical Assistant
- Administrative Assistant
- Housekeeper

Please: No phone calls

Bring your current resume

Email hrinquiries@cmhacc.org to confirm your attendance.

Visit www.cmhacc.org for a list of open positions and apply

FRIGHT FEST AT SIX FLAGS



Goodwin College Bookstore is excited to extend a special Six Flags Fright Fest offer to all Goodwin students, faculty, and staff. A reduced Scare Fare Package of $41.40 (plus tax) includes admission to all four premium Halloween scare zones, parking, and catered lunch from 1:30-2:30. The offer is valid October 4, 5, and 11 only with promo code “Scare8 Click here to redeem this offerPlease contact Michael Ramsey or Deanna Fell at 860-727-6721 for additional information.

Recreation and Club Athletics signups


 If you want to play intramural or club sports at the College, Register here at IMLEAGUES.com/Goodwin for
Club Basketball, Flag Football and Soccer
 or here for intramural Volleyball.

Then you can download the Rec*It app for your phone or tablet, which will keep you up to date on all the happenings. Here's the link to download that app.
imleagues.com/goodwin

Contact sports@goodwin.edu for more info!
Go Navs!

NU Hartford Marathon is Looking for Volunteers!

NU Hartford Marathon is looking for 40 volunteers from Goodwin College.

Volunteer Information:
Event: NU Hartford Marathon
Date: Saturday, October 11, 2014
Time: 7:15 am - 1:40 pm
Goodwin Volunteer Activity: East Hartford Cheering Zone

All volunteers will receive a jacket, water bottle, draw string bag and food. If you plan on bringing another volunteer, please have them sign up as a Goodwin volunteer.

The deadline to register is October 1, 2014. For more information, please contact Jess Hallet at jess@hartfordmarathon.com.

UCONN vs Temple Military Appreciation Day

Connecticut River Watershed Council's 18th Annual Source to Sea Cleanup

Join Environmental Studies Program Director Bruce Morton and other students for the 18th Annual Source to Sea Cleanup, a coordinated effort for cleaner rivers, on Saturday, September 27, 2014 at 8:45 am. 

If you are interested, you will meet the group at 8:45 am  at Hockanum Elementary School located at 191 Main St. East Hartford, CT 06118. The rear parking lot is located on High St. 

The group will then set off to clean Keeney Cove and South Meadows, both located on the Connecticut River. 

Spend the day outdoors for a good cause! 

For more information on the 18th Annual Source to Sea Cleanup, please visit www.ctriver.org. 

If you are interested in attending, please contact Bruce Morton at bmorton@goodwin.edu. 

ESL/Grammar Study Group



Tuesday
10am-11am - Room 301
5pm-6pm - Room 301

Wednesday
10am-11am -Room 301
5pm-6pm - Room 301

Thursday
10am-11am - Room 301
5pm-6pm – Room 226


CIVIL RIGHTS LEADER JAMES CLYBURN ON CAMPUS 9/22


Please join the Goodwin College community as we gather to hear U.S. Congressman James E. Clyburn discuss his new book, Blessed Experiences: Genuinely Southern, Proudly Black, a compelling memoir of a civil rights leader's journey from the Jim Crow-era South to the Washington beltway. Please plan to attend this unique opportunity to meet one of the country’s most well-respected voices on equality and government.

Monday, September 22
Goodwin College Auditorium
One Riverside Drive
East Hartford, CT
9:00 a.m.

Update: Riverside Drive Construction






Goodwin College has received an update from Town Hall on Riverside Drive project. Work on the curbing is scheduled to begin on Thursday, September 18, so expect to see more equipment and increased potential for delays. Please plan accordingly. Thank you for your cooperation.

LEADERSHIP IN A DIVERSE SOCIETY – NOVEMBER 13


The University of Hartford’s College of Education, Nursing, and Health Professions presents Leadership in a Diverse Society on Thursday, November 13, 2014, 5 to 7 p.m. in the Wilde Auditorium, University of Hartford, West Hartford. Social scientists are uncovering how human thoughts and feelings that occur outside of conscious awareness influence perception, judgment, and action. This fundamental understanding is critical for developing leaders for it is unconscious attitudes and biases that undermine best efforts for inclusion. Researcher and guest speaker Crystal Hoyt will share findings about stereotyping, hidden prejudices, and how leaders can be more mindful in their approach to diversity. There is no charge; however, registration is required. Web: https://www.surveymonkey.com/s/LeaderITREmail: itr@hartford.eduPhone: 860.768.5590 

CLOTHING & BOOK DRIVE BENEFIT CT ALLIANCE FOR VICTIMS OF VIOLENCE



A clothing and book drive will be held on Sept. 20 and Oct. 18 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the parking lot of the Price Right Shopping Plaza, 983 New Britain Avenue in West Hartford. Needed: clothing, shoes, boots, coats, linens, comforters, jewelry, purses, small household goods, hardcover and paperback books, CDs, DVDs, audio books, textbooks. No furniture, appliances, magazines, newspapers, VHS or cassette tapes, catalogs, or encyclopedias. Proceeds to benefit CT Alliance for Victims of Violence & Their Families, a non-profit organization. Information: www.CT-ALIVE.org.

WOMEN’S INTERACTIVE WORKSHOP - OCTOBER 11



WAVE, the Human Services Club, and New Vision Christian Center present “Healing Effects… Change,” a women’s interactive workshop that focuses on life-changing interactions with positive women. Saturday, October 11, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Goodwin College. Register early by contacting richardsonkaren14@gmail.com or register at the door. Questions: Jenette Davis: 860-796–0498. Public: $10, students $5.