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Private Non-Profit Liberal Arts College in East Hartford, CT. Operating on a semester system.
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On this page Student guide City life Housing Campus details Academic calendar Fall Semester 2026 runs Sep 8, 2026 – Dec 21, 2026. Calendar aliases that share a date range are grouped together, with every source term still shown.
4 entries May 11 → Aug 23, 2026
Summer Semester 2026
Aug 24 → Sep 7, 2026
Summer Break 2026
Sep 8 → Dec 21, 2026
Fall Semester 2026 Relevant now
Dec 22 → Jan 10, 2027
Winter Break 2026-2027
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CAB Campus Activities Board, the student-led group responsible for organizing campus events and social programming. N
NSNA National Student Nurses' Association, a prominent professional organization for students in the nursing program. R
Riverview The Riverview Café, the primary dining location situated within the One Riverside Drive building. S
SGA Student Government Association, the representative body for the student population. T
The Residences The student housing complex located at 125 Riverside Drive, adjacent to the main campus.
The Trails The South Meadows multi-use trails that run along the Connecticut River adjacent to the campus, often used by students for recreation. Places and practicalities Buildings, logistics, and other local references drawn from the approved campus snapshot.
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Canvas The Learning Management System (LMS) where students access course materials, submit assignments, and interact with faculty.
goodwin_university_cafe Goodwin University Cafe
Hockanum The Hockanum School building at 1616 Main Street, which houses the School of Business, Technology, and Advanced Manufacturing.
Hoffman The Hoffman Family Library, the primary research and study facility on campus.
One Riverside The main campus building and administrative hub located at 1 Riverside Drive.
Pent Road The Advanced Manufacturing Center facility located on Pent Road.
Public Safety The campus security department responsible for ID cards, parking permits, and emergency response.
The Academic Center The facility at 167 Riverside Drive used for various academic programs and student services.
The Annex The building located at 195 Riverside Drive, housing additional classrooms and offices.
The Navigator The central online student portal used for accessing grades, financial aid information, and course registration. Quick answers Useful facts students can verify from the guide above.
What academic term is relevant now? Fall Semester 2026 runs Sep 8, 2026 – Dec 21, 2026.
How much campus context is included? 6 approved campus terms and 10 local details are included in full.
Are all approved campus terms included? Yes. The complete approved glossary is available in the scrollable, searchable campus-language section.
Where does this guide come from? Calendar dates, campus terms, and local details come from DormWay's approved campus reference library. Using DormWay at Goodwin University What the product handles for students.
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Campus News Latest updates from Goodwin University
How to Become a CNA in Connecticut A guide for students interested in joining the healthcare profession as a Certified Nursing Assistant, highlighting the demand and career paths in CT.
Aug 10, 2026
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Aug 5, 2026
Read More 2026 Commencement Recap A summary of the 2026 graduation ceremony held in the courtyard at One Riverside Drive, featuring keynote speaker Dr. Malik Yoba.
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Read More Upcoming Events What's happening at Goodwin University
Last Day to ADD 15-week and First Module Courses September 14, 2026
The final deadline for students to add 15-week and first module courses for the Fall 2026 semester.
Your Digital Classroom and Free Student Software Tools September 15, 2026
A Tuesday Success Series workshop designed to help students navigate college with confidence by discussing digital classroom tools and free software.
Last Day to ADD 15-week Courses (Approved Only) September 21, 2026
The final deadline for adding 15-week courses that require specific approval.
Tutoring (Tutor.com) Workshop September 22, 2026
A workshop focused on utilizing Tutor.com resources to support academic success.
Use AI to Learn Smarter: Copilot, Gemini, and More September 29, 2026
A session exploring how to use AI tools like Copilot and Gemini to enhance learning and productivity.
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