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Goodwin University
The mission of Goodwin College is to educate a culturally diverse student population in an environment that builds bridges between education, commerce and community. Our degree and certificate programs prepare students for professional careers while encouraging lifelong learning and promoting civic responsibility. The College offers certificates, associates and bachelor degrees. In the fall of 2013, over 3,000 students enrolled in our programs. The College also recently opened its Early Childhood Magnet School, the new home of our magnet high school, The Connecticut River Academy, and the new home of Pathways Academy of Technology and Design, a Hartford Public High School.
Purpose
At Goodwin College, we believe that every student who graduates should possess certain abilities regardless of their academic program. We call these core abilities Institutional Outcomes. Upon graduation, Goodwin College students will: Demonstrate proficiency in their chosen field of study. Possess effective communication and analytical skills. Acquire the desire and skills necessary to engage in lifelong learning. Demonstrate civic responsibility.
Vision
Goodwin College, the first choice of students seeking a supportive and compassionate learning community that re-imagines traditional approaches to education.
Mission
The mission of Goodwin College is to educate a diverse student population in a dynamic environment that aligns education, commerce and community. Our innovative programs of study prepare students for professional careers while promoting lifelong learning and civic responsibility. As a nurturing college community we challenge students, faculty, staff and administration to fully realize their highest academic, professional and personal potential.
Additional Culture Details
Goodwin College’s Core Values are its deeply held beliefs that represent the College’s highest priorities and fundamental driving forces. They define our passion for what we do and how we choose to resonate with and appeal to students, employees and the greater Goodwin community.
Values
- Purpose
- Goodwin College provides access to all who seek higher education. Our interaction and engagement with students is personal, sincere, respectful, and considerate of life circumstances that are the driving forces behind the need for change in a student’s life.
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