East Hartford Bike and Walk to School — 

Wednesday, May 14

Pratt & Whitney, in partnership with Bike Walk Connecticut, Goodwin College, American Eagle Federal Credit Union, and the Town of East Hartford encourage you to bike or walk to school on Wednesday, May 14. Enjoy the beautiful spring weather and get some exercise by walking or biking to school.The event will include information from CT Rides and CT Transit on alternative transportation options. A local bicycle shop will be on hand to answer bicycle commuting equipment questions. Heavy rain cancels the event. To encourage new participants, Bike Walk Connecticut (www.bikewalkct.org) is organizing Meet Ups and Bike Buddies. Check the website to see if there is a Meet Up in your area. or to sign up as a Meet Up ride leader. You can also pre-register online for the event, and you will get helpful tips and information. 

FREE DENTAL CLINIC - THIS SATURDAY

 

Free Dental Clinic!

April 25th - 26th Doors Open at 6:00 am XL Center 1 Civic Center Plaza Hartford, CT 06120 Services Include: -Cleanings          -Extractions -Fillings              -Fluoride Treatments -Root Canals (Limited)       -X-Rays -Interim Partial Dentures (Limited)  No Appointments; First Come, First Serve   Children & Adults No eligibility or income requirements! For more information: Visit our website www.cfdo.org

GOODWIN COLLEGE APPRECIATION DAY AT LAKE COMPOUNCE

Free Massages For Students

Relax During Finals Week!
A professional masseuse will be on campus giving free, 15-minute massages to students during Finals Week. Tuesday, April 22, 8 to 11 a.m. (Room 401) and 2 to 5 p.m. (Room 301). Wednesday, April 23 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. (Room 301). Walk-ins are welcome, but students are encouraged to sign up for a specific time-slot with Martha in Student Services, Room 144.

Ask Goodwin!

NEED A GENERAL QUESTION ANSWERED?

Announcing a great new service for students!

Looking for general information about Goodwin but not sure whom to contact? 

Email ASK@Goodwin.edu with your question and a Goodwin representative will have an answer or supply a contact for you within 24 hours.

Breastfeeding Support Group

Support group meeting for pregnant women and breastfeeding moms. Mothers will be able to meet with other breastfeeding women and ask questions of accredited Breastfeeding Counselors.

Babies and toddlers are welcome.

6:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Room 511
Mia Gonzalez
860-967-4893
mgonzalez45d@gmail.com

Are you checking the Student Calendar?

For the most updated information about upcoming student events, activities, academic workshops and important date visit the Goodwin College Student Calendar.
Have an idea? Suggest an Event? Want to get a message out...send it to studentnews@goodwin.edu

Get Involved!

Student Government Association Invites you to Refueling for Finals--April 21-25

Grab a snack, words of encouragement and a cup of coffee as you head into your finals.
Meet and greet the newly elected Student Government Officers during Refueling for Finals in the front lobby of River Campus and 403 Main Street.

See you there!

Academic Success Workshop Sessions--Prep Session II for Upcoming Finals--April 14

The last stop before the big day! Final exams are literally right around the corner. Stop by this workshop to review for your final exam. This workshop will have two parts. First part will start with the review of the final exam study guide followed up by an open study session; students will have the option to ask specific content based questions, do practice problems, and cover information that will be on the final exam. Come with your questions, textbooks, and notes ready to study!

Prep Session II
Monday, April 14
2:30 pm-3:30 pm
Academic Success Center — One Riverside Rm 209

Contact: Qiona Woffard
Email: qwoffard@goodwin.edu

Dance Crew Rehearsal Schedule

Dance Crew will be rehearsing in the Auditorium Monday, April 14 and Saturday, April 19 this week. For more details and specific info....check out the Student Calendar http://www.calendarwiz.com/calendars/calendar.php?crd=goodwincollegecal&

Goodwin College Apprication Day at Lake Compounce Tickets on SALE Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday this week

Come to Goodwin College Appreciation Day at Lake Compounce — Saturday, June 8, 2014 from 11 am–3 pm
Unlimited Access to Lake Compounce Rides, free BBQ at Pavilions from 12:00 pm-2:30 pm
Free Parking for ticket holders — First Four Tickets - $10.00 a piece ($39.99 value) after 4 tickets - tickets are $35 a piece.

Transportation to and from Park also available for $5.00/person.

Bus Departs Goodwin College — 10:30 am
Bus Departs Lake Compounce — 3:00 pm and 4:00 pm

Ticket Sales Dates and Times:
April 14, 15, 16 — 11 am–2:00 pm and 5–6:30 pm
May 12, 13, 14, 15 — 11 am–2 pm

A way to help the Goodwin Community...

Transitions Food Pantry: You Can Help

The Food Pantry is in great need of the following items. You can help serve our community by dropping off items in the tall container near the front desk in the Main Lobby at One Riverside. Most needed: cake mix, canned chicken breast, canned chili, canned fruit, canned vegetables (carrots, corn, green beans), cereal, jelly, juice (bottled and boxes), oatmeal (box and single packets), peanut butter, ramen noodles, rice, and tomato sauce (jar and canned). Your donations are greatly appreciated and are a wonderful example of supporting Goodwin's mission of service.

Special Reception with the Business Writing Class

Please join students in the Management and Leadership Program for a special reception on Wednesday, April 16, from 6 to 8:30 p.m. in the auditorium of the main River Campus building. Goodwin students, professors, and administrators, business leaders, and community partners are invited to share in this evening of inspirational presentations. Management and Leadership program students will discuss their experiences working with small businesses and nonprofits and share their insights about supporting Goodwin's mission by building bridges between higher education and the local community. Refreshments will be provided. Please contact Professor Randy Laist at rlaist@goodwin.edu for more information.

POETRY CLUB HOSTS SPRING READING

POETRY CLUB HOSTS SPRING READING
Enjoy our beautiful campus in spring, celebrate the Goodwin College Gardens, and listen to the wonderfully creative work of members of the Poetry Club. The event will be held on Thursday, April 17, from 5 to 6 p.m. at 133 Riverside Drive. Children are welcome. A rain date has been set for Thursday, May 15, from 5 to 6 p.m.

4th Annual Student vs Staff Basketball Game