Events Calendar

Robing and Senior Award Ceremony for Graduating Seniors/Class of 2024.

MFA Caroline Loftus – Blackbird exhibition is May 7-18, 2024. The closing reception is on Friday, May 17, 2024 from 3-5 pm.

An ensemble of students and community members collaborate throughout the semester to bring you this beautiful concert.

A semi-annual Polaris Satellite Production., this event showcases the musical talent of students with pieces they have worked on throughout the Spring semester.

MFA Chelsea Pafumi May 13-18, 2024, and closing reception on Friday, May 17, 2024, from 3-5 pm.

MFA Caroline Loftus – Blackbird May 7-18, 2024, and the closing reception is on Friday, May 17, 2024 from 3-5 pm.

MFA Chelsea Pafumi May 13-18, 2024 and closing reception on Friday, May 17, 2024 from 3-5 pm.

The VTSU Castleton Bank Gallery and Rutland County Pride are proud to present the Rutland Pride Festival Exhibition of 2024. This vibrant collection of artwork from local LGBTQIA+ artists celebrates National Pride Month which honors the 1969 Stonewall Uprising in Manhattan. The exhibit will be available for viewing at the Castleton Bank Gallery on the […]

The VTSU Castleton Bank Gallery and Rutland County Pride are proud to present the Rutland Pride Festival Exhibition of 2024. This vibrant collection of artwork from local LGBTQIA+ artists celebrates National Pride Month which honors the 1969 Stonewall Uprising in Manhattan. The exhibit will be available for viewing at the Castleton Bank Gallery on the […]

The Walter Minaert Memorial Johnson Athletic Golf Tournament honors the memory of former athletic director Walter "Doc" Minaert. Hired in 1947, Minaert was the college's first teacher of health and physical education and was a driving force behind the expansion of the college's athletic facilities and the athletic program in general. He served as the […]

July 27-September 7Thurs, Fri, Sat 12:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.Artist's Reception: August 9, 5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. Graphic artist Alan Jeffery was born in Trenton New Jersey. A resident of Vermont for 24 years, he currently lives in Londonderry, VT. His unique architectural perspective drawings include aspects of abstract and pattern art in pen […]

Scramble tournament played at Montague Golf Club in Randolph, Vermont. All proceeds to benefit Vermont State University Knights Athletics on the Randolph and Williston campuses. The event includes 18 holes of golf, carts, a post-round meal, awards for low gross, low net, closet to the pin, and long drive.

This event is in support of Castleton Athletics.

Gallery open: July 27-September 7Thurs, Fri, Sat 12:00-6:00 pm Graphic artist Alan Jeffery was born in Trenton New Jersey. A resident of Vermont for 24 years, he currently lives in Londonderry, VT. His unique architectural perspective drawings include aspects of abstract and pattern art in pen and ink. His artistic influences are artists M.C. Escher […]

An exhibit featuring Susan Smereka and Kevin Donegan. The reception and artist talk will be held on August 29th at 3pm.

Built upon the funky foundation of New Orleans, Soul Project NOLA bring their own voices to the mix of Funk, Blues, Gospel, Jazz, and Groove that the Crescent City continually produces. Bandleader, guitarist and vocalist Jon Cristian Duque, protégé of the late great Walter “Wolfman” Washington, has led the band for over two decades. The […]

Gallery reception and artist talk with Susan Smereka and Kevin Donegan.

One Eye on Nature features photography and visual observation of Tracy Sherbrook. Opening reception Thursday, September 3 at 6 p.m.

Kekla Magoon writes novels and nonfiction books for children and teens, often on themes of identity, community, empowerment and social justice. Kekla received the 2021 Margaret A. Edwards Award, a body of work recognition for her significant and lasting contribution to young adult literature. She is also a recipient of the Boston Globe-Horn Book Award, […]

The Rutland Garden Club presents a National Garden Club Small Standard Flower Show at the Castleton University Bank Gallery, 104 Merchants Row Downtown, Rutland, Vermont. Judging is conducted on September 13, and the show will be open to the public on Saturday, September 14, from 10 am to 5 pm. Each National Garden Club show […]

2024 Homecoming and Family Weekend Some events require preregistration and payment. Prices vary based on the event. Homecoming Highlights

2024 Knights Homecoming and Family Weekend is an all day event. Some events require advance registration and payment. Prices vary. Homecoming Highlights

The VTSU Castleton Soundings Program presents The Moth Project on Tuesday, September 24th at 7:00 PM in Casella Theater. Can a song about moths save the earth? The Moth project invites their audience on a parallel journey between moths and humans through music and photos in a multi-media performance. Tickets are $10/Adults, $5/Seniors, and free […]

The VTSU Castleton Soundings Program presents (Un)Fractured: Neurodiversity on Wednesday, September 25th at 7:00 PM in Casella Theater. Based on the Vermont Public Radio series of the same name, a panel focuses on the experience of the neurodiverse community at VSTU. This event is free and open to the public. For more information, contact the […]

2024 Lyndon Homecoming and Family Weekend Registration and payment is required for some events. Prices vary. Homecoming Highlights

2024 Johnson Homecoming and Family WeekendRegistration and payment is required for some events. Prices vary. Homecoming Highlights

Yacouba Sissoko, is a Master kora player from the djely tradition. He has devoted his musical gift to expand the awareness of West African history and culture, spread the word of peace and empower his listeners to take charge and realize their imagined futures. His performances have a magical effect on audiences as he skillfully […]

The VTSU Castleton Soundings Program presents a Workshop by the performers of Bala Bila on Tuesday, October 15th at 12:30 PM in the 1787 Room. BALA-BILA brings together two African master musicians–Balla Kouyate on balafon, calabash, bass guitar and voice, and Matchume Zango on timbila, mbira, percussion and voice. Bala Bila will lead a workshop […]

Vermont State University offers senior electromechanical/electrical engineering and manufacturing capstone courses each year, where student groups partner with industry to solve specific, real problems presented by organizations. Student groups work with these partners to engineer solutions, then test and refine those solutions, over many months and under the guidance of faculty. Our students have worked with local/regional/global companies and/or […]

The VTSU Castleton Soundings Program presents a performance by Bala Bila on Tuesday, October 15th at 7:00 PM in the 1787 Room. BALA-BILA brings together two African master musicians–Balla Kouyate on balafon, calabash, bass guitar and voice, and Matchume Zango on timbila, mbira, percussion and voice, through a performance framed as an intercultural musical conversation […]

Reception and artist talk with MFA candidate Matt Neckers.

The BALA-BILA production with Balla Kouyaté from the West African country of Mali and Matchume Zango from the Southeastern African country of Mozambique is historic because we believe that this is the first time that balafon and the timbila have ever been played together. The elaborate orchestral style of playing complex musical arrangements on timbila […]

The VTSU Castleton Bank Gallery presents a group exhibition with artists Alicia Williams, JR Ewing, and Maxwell Ward. Through their diversity of expression, the show explores the different perspectives of Vermont artists. Maxwell Ward is a deaf, US-based photographer and videographer from Australia. He captures the beauty of weddings, family moments, and stunning scenery, blending his […]

The VTSU Castleton Soundings Program in partnership with the Vermont Humanities Speakers Bureau presents Stories from the VT Queer Archives on Thursday, October 24th at 12:30 PM in the Jeffords Auditorium. Meg Tamulonis discusses how the VT Queer Archive’s collection marks various milestones, from Pride events to legal rulings, and considers why some parts of […]

Join us for a gathering of Vermont educators, employers, and community leaders on October 25 at the Randolph campus of Vermont State University, focused on the future of rural Vermont. We are thrilled to have Kenneth Cadow (Vermont principal and author of Gather, to deliver the keynote address. The event begins at 10:30 a.m. and […]

The VTSU Castleton Soundings Program presents a screening of Craft in America: Quilts on Thursday, November 7th at 12:30 PM in the Jeffords Auditorium. Quilts hold history, share culture, and tell stories that would otherwise not be told. The Quilts episode features contemporary masters of this powerful art form. Soundings students are required to sign […]

The name Cantrip is an Old Scots word meaning a charm, magic spell or piece of mischief and it aptly describes the unexpected twists and turns in their musical arrangements, likewise the compelling potency of their musicianship. Swirling border pipes, raging fiddle, thunderous guitar and three rich voices blend to create a sound energetic enough […]

The VTSU Castleton Soundings Program presents Veterans Day Presentation: World War I Veterans of Orwell, Vermont on Monday, November 11th at 7:00 PM in the Jeffords Auditorium. Zackery Quesnel, recent VTSU History Department graduate, presents his findings on the service of the 38 veterans of World War I of his hometown of Orwell, Vermont, and […]

Reception and artist talk with MFA candidate Finn Nutter Knowles.

Reception for BFA candidates Emmallie Bailey, Jason Flower, Danielle Hallam, and Savannah Kelly.

An ensemble of students and community members collaborate throughout the semester to bring you this beautiful concert.

The VTSU Castleton Soundings Program presents a screening of Twyla Moves on Thursday, December 5th at 7:00 PM in the Jeffords Auditorium. Twyla Moves explores the life of legendary dancer, director and choreographer Twyla Tharp. Jumping from historical footage to the present day, the film traces her influential career while providing an intimate look at […]

A semi-annual Polaris Satellite Production., this event showcases the musical talent of students with pieces they have worked on throughout the semester. Join us and be soothed by the smooth saxophones, awaken to the sound of the trumpet, and snap your fingers along with the stand-up bass.

Ray Vega – A veteran of the bands of Tito Puente, Ray Barretto, and Mongo Santamaria. He has also performed and recorded with Joe Henderson, Lionel Hampton, Mel Torme, and Paquito D’Rivera. Ray continues to build upon his extensive career as a performer here in Vermont, as well as a celebrated educator at University of […]

The VTSU Music Arts Program presents the VTSU Castleton Chorale and Chamber Singers Concert on Saturday, December 7th at 7:00 PM in Casella Theater. VTSU Castleton University Chorale and Chamber Singers present “Luminance,” a concert featuring choral settings of poems exploring light and dark. Tickets to this event are $10/Adults, $5/Seniors, and FREE for all […]

The VTSU Music Arts Program presents the VTSU Castleton Jazz Ensemble Concert on Tuesday, December 10th at 7:00 PM in Casella Theater. A night of music entertainment provided by the VTSU Castleton Jazz Ensemble led by Professor Michael Craner. Tickets to this event are $10/Adults, $5/Seniors, and FREE for all VTSU students, faculty, staff, and […]

The opening event for this series is at 6 p.m. on January 30.

Veena Chandra is an internationally renowned sitarist, composer, teacher,and choreographer. She is the founder and director of the Dance and MusicSchool of India in Latham, NY (celebrating 31 years) where she teachesIndian classical music. She has been a faculty member at Skidmore Collegesince 1990, teaching sitar in the Music Department. She has been ArtistAssociate in […]

Before unveiling the renderings of their album entries, the group first collaborated in 2022, amalgamating their collective might on the song “More and More” for Camerieri’s solo project, CARM. The trumpeter gained his chops as a sideman for Bon Iver, Sufjan Stevens, Ben Folds, Sting, and the Nati3/21onal. Meanwhile, Hagen obtained his accreditation through collaborations […]

Embodying the vibrant Chicago music culture, LowDown Brass Band is a one-of-a-kind horn ensemble weaving the rhythm of the streets with conscious hip hop, reggae, and soul. Rigorously touring, LowDown has performed on the most unique stages, from the Montreal Jazz Fest to the Cotai Jazz Fest. Despite the last four years, LowDown has stayed […]

The VTSU Castleton Bank Gallery is proud to present "Tres Amigos," an exhibition featuring the works of Thomas Hacker, Glen Hacker, and Emil Gilmutdinov. These three family members explore vastly different niche genres of art, yet the work complements each other, coming together to form a cohesive exhibition. Thomas Hacker captures sensory experiences, internalizing and […]

When Brooklyn collective Gentleman Brawlers performs, it’s more than a concert: It’s an electrifying experience. Led by creative duo Becca Fox and Matt Walsh, the band channels musical inspo Talking Heads with their distinct brand of Afrofunk and indie dance music. A visual as well as auditory feast on stage, Canadian blog The Revue calls […]

“Cirque Us Stories” is a thoughtfully curated show that flips through the pages of our troupe’s favorite stories to bring you a touching, thrilling narrative about community and identity. Interweaving a collection of folktales, classic literature, children’s stories, modern fiction, and more, this show jumps off the page with twists, flips, rewrites, and retellings of […]

Rasa String Quartet explores the musical space where classical and folk traditions intersect and influence one another. Formed in 2019, the Boston-based ensemble consists of violinists Emma Powell and Maura Shawn Scanlin, violist Kiyoshi Hayashi, and cellist Mina Kim, who are graduates of the New England Conservatory, the Shepherd School of Music, and Yale University. […]

Vermont State University Castleton’s Spring Career Fair is taking place Tuesday, April 22nd from 11:30 AM – 2:00 PM at the Glenbrook Gym. This in-person event is designed to connect students and community members with local and statewide employers. Attendees will have the opportunity to explore job and internship opportunities across various industries, network with hiring professionals, […]