The latest in Goodwin University student news, activities, events, clubs/organizations, and athletics!
Congratulations to John O'Brien - Goodwin College's Veteran of the Month
During the holidays, Goodwin Student Veterans and the Human Services Club are helping homeless veterans at Veterans Crossing, a transitional residence in East Hartford. Club members are reaching out to fellow students to support this student-driven program. Needed items include toiletries, gloves, socks, towels, and gift cards. Donations can be dropped off at One Riverside Drive with the Veterans Coordinator in suite 217 or with the Human Services staff in room 302 by December 18 so that gifts can be delivered on December 20. Thank you in
advance for any assistance you may be able to offer. Questions: Craig Jordan, Veterans Coordinator, cjordan@goodwin.edu.
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New Club Sport Forming
Goodwin College students and alumni interested in learning more about the sport of Hurling are welcome to attend a puc (informal practice) at the Irish American Home Field on Sunday, December 3rd, from 2:30 - 4:00 PM. The field is located at 132 Commerce Street in Glastonbury.
Contact sports@goodwin.edu for more information.
Contact sports@goodwin.edu for more information.
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Goodwin's phlebotomy students need the arms of the Goodwin community one last time this semester. On Tuesday, November 21, the students will be in Room 507 at One Riverside from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. to perform live sticks. Coffee and donuts will be served to the volunteers for the entire time, and the first 10 volunteers to show up will receive a $5 Dunkin Donuts gift card.
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Are you feeling overwhelmed and worried about paying for your classes in the spring? You may qualify for one or more 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. Minimum requirements include a 3.0 G.P.A., at or near the end of your program, and proven financial need. The deadline for submissions is Friday, December 8. If you have questions, please refer to the scholarship FAQ section located on our website. You may also contact Greg Jordan, Advancement Specialist, at 860-727-6969 or GJordan@goodwin.edu. APPLY TODAY!
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Volunteers Needed for International Education Week
The International Programs team needs help at various events throughout International Education Week, November 13-17, for registration, set-up, and break-down at events, language speakers and writers, and any past Dragon Boat participants willing to facilitate a clinic. Events include: Monday, Goodwin Olympics, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.; Tuesday, Dinner and DACA Discussion, 4 to 6 p.m.; Wednesday, Tongues Around the Table, 4 to 6 p.m.; Thursday, Drums and Design, 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.; Friday, Family Movie Night, 5 to 8 p.m. Contact Alli Scheetz at ascheetz@goodwin.edu about volunteer opportunities. Your help is appreciated. It's sure to be a fun week!
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Citizens Climate Lobby Meeting
The next Citizens Climate Lobby meeting will be held in Room 311 at One Riverside Drive, Thursday, October 26, at 7 p.m. Concerned about climate change? Learn how you can support a national, bi-partisan solution that will reduce carbon emissions and encourage green technology. For more information contact: greaterhartford@citizensclimatelobby.org.
impact of one of Connecticut nurses' greatest treasures, while helping to fund the scholarship in her name. Registration begins at 8:00 AM, behind building 195 (Riverside Drive). Register by clicking here!
The annual Eversource Hartford Marathon and Half Marathon is this Saturday, October 14. A significant part of the course runs through East Hartford, including Main Street, the neighborhood around Founders Plaza, Great River Park, Pitkin Street, and East River Drive, as well as Prospect Street and Connecticut Boulevard. Road closures will commence by 7:15 a.m. and will be reopened throughout the morning as runners clear the course. Some areas, such as Founders Bridge Eastbound, will remain closed through 2 p.m. Please plan any travels to and from campus accordingly. For more information and a complete list of closures, visit hartfordmarathon.com/road-closuresct-transit
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Looking for men and ladies that would like to participate in upcoming NIRSA Flag Football Northeast Regional Tournament at Springfield College, November 3-5. 3 Games.
Email: Travis - tsamuels@goodwin.edu or Angie - agaudet@goodwin.edu
Teams are practicing on Monday and Fridays behind 195 Riverside and the Main Campus.
During October, the Fresh Monkee Bus will be located on the corner of Main and Ensign Streets near the French Social Club for your healthy and delicious snack and lunch needs. Their protein shakes are low sugar with whole fruit and veggies — like nothing you've ever tasted before! Look for them on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays throughout the month of October, approximately 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Follow the Fresh Monkee on Facebook and Instagram for updated calendar. Dates and times may depend on weather.
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