David Bergh
President
David G. Bergh, Ed.D., is President of Vermont State University. He brings more than 25 years of experience in higher education, with 20 years in the Vermont State Colleges System. Dr. Bergh is known for fostering inclusivity, advancing diversity efforts, and establishing crucial student support services. His most recent position outside the state was as President of Cazenovia College. Dr. Bergh has returned to Vermont to continue to improve the college experience and help ensure higher education is affordable and accessible to all.
Education
- B.A. in Political Science, Allegheny College
- M.P.A., Rockefeller College of Public Affairs & Policy, University at Albany, State University of New York
- Ed.D. in Educational Leadership and Policy Studies, University of Vermont
Nolan Atkins
Provost
Dr. Nolan Atkins is the chief academic officer of Vermont State University. Dr. Atkins previously served as provost of Northern Vermont University and as interim president of Lyndon State College.
As a faculty member at Lyndon, Dr. Atkins chaired the nationally recognized Atmospheric Sciences Department. He began teaching at Northern Vermont University, Lyndon in 1997 and was interim dean of academic affairs for eighteen months until serving as president.
As an administrator, he has a strong commitment to students, faculty, and staff and is known for his integrity, vision, and data-driven decision-making.
Education
- Ph.D. Meteorology, University of California, Los Angeles
- M.S. Meteorology, University of California, Los Angeles
- B.S. Physics, University of Minnesota
Paul Suk-Hyun Yoon
Chief Diversity Officer
Paul Suk-Hyun Yoon (he/him) is the Chief Diversity Officer of Vermont State University. He believes his purpose in life is to passionately pursue justice to make the world a more equitable place and brings more than 18 years of experience in education to this role. His most recent position was as Senior Advisor for Inclusive Excellence in the Division of Inclusive Excellence at the University of Vermont. In addition, Paul is a Partner with CQ Strategies, a Vermont-based consultancy committed to justice, equity, cultural proficiency, and social justice.
Education
- B.A. in Philosophy, Boston College; Minors in Asian American Studies and Asian Studies
- M.Ed., Curriculum and Instruction, Secondary Education History, Boston College Lynch School of Education and Human Development
- Ed.M., Education Leadership, Harvard Graduate School of Education
- Ed.D. Doctoral Student, Educational Leadership and Policy Studies, University of Vermont College of Education and Social Services
Kelley Beckwith
Vice President of Student Success
Kelley Beckwith is vice president of student success at Vermont State University. She leads the coordination and integration of a range of student services to continually improve student outcomes and the overall student experience. Her duties include oversight of advising, career development, student and residence life, athletics, academic support, wellness, and other areas.
Beckwith previously served as Associate Dean of Student Success at Castleton University after leading the work of Castleton’s Academic Support Center and TRIO grants for over seventeen years. She also taught as a part-time faculty member in the Business Administration department for ten years.
Throughout her career, she has helped students realize the value of a college degree and achieve their goals, focusing on providing equitable and accessible services to meet their needs.
Education
- M.S.A. Administration and Management, St. Michael’s College
- B.S. Business Administration/Marketing, University of Vermont
Maurice Ouimet
Vice President for Admissions and Enrollment Services
Maurice Ouimet is dean of enrollment at Vermont State University, leading the admissions efforts for each campus.
He entered the field of college admissions shortly after earning his undergraduate degree and has served in Castleton University’s admissions office since 2002. Having begun as an admissions counselor, he was promoted to director of admissions in 2003.
He has served as dean of enrollment at Castleton University since 2007.
Education
- M.Ed. College of St. Joseph
- B.A. Sociology, Boston College
Sarah Truckle
Vice President of Business Operations
Sarah Truckle is the Vice President of Business Operations at Vermont State University. Prior to joining Vermont State, she worked for the State of Vermont in various senior leadership and strategic roles. She is highly regarded for her innovative thinking, problem-solving ability, and management acumen and has garnered national recognition for programmatic operations and policy development during her time in government.
A graduate of Vermont Law School with a Juris Doctor and a Master’s in Environmental Policy and Law, Sarah also attended Johnson State College, now part of Vermont State University, as an undergraduate. She completed a double major in Business Management and Political Science.
Currently residing in Montpelier with her two boys, she loves music, travel, and baking tasty treats — particularly those from her British heritage.
VSCS Board of Trustees
The Vermont State Colleges’ Board of Trustees provides leadership and governance to Vermont State University at the system level.
The Board of Trustees is comprised of fifteen members: five appointed by the Governor of Vermont; four elected by the Board itself; four state legislators elected by the General Assembly; one student elected by the VSCS Student Government Association; and the Governor, who is an ex officio BOT member. Trustees serve four-year terms, with the exception of the student trustee, who serves a one-year term but can be reelected to a second term.
Please see the BOT page on the VSCS website for more information.
Mission and Vision
Our seasoned leadership will be setting the pace as Vermont State University establishes its new identity while continuing to provide transformative educational experiences to students across the state and the region.
Find out where we’re headed.
