Events Calendar

Online orientation for all new Practical Nursing and Associate Degree Nursing students. Please see email from regional directors for details about how to join.

Settle in to your campus, meet new friends, and enjoy the start of your Vermont State experience! What is Kick-Off Weekend? Your introduction to Vermont State University started with online orientation Vermont State 101. Then you met with your student success advisor to register for classes and discuss key steps for a successful transition to […]

Settle in to your campus, meet new friends, and enjoy the start of your Vermont State experience! What is Kick-Off Weekend? Your introduction to Vermont State University started with online orientation Vermont State 101. Then you met with your student success advisor to register for classes and discuss key steps for a successful transition to […]

Vermont State Welcome Week offers activities in person and online during week one to further welcome and introduce students to their campus and learning environments, to resources available within the campus and surrounding area to provide additional support and engagement, and to enhance a sense of belonging, self and place.

Academic Excellence at Vermont State University Vermont State University is excited to host its first annual Academic Excellence Conference on September 9, 2023, at its Lyndon campus. More than 40 faculty from across all five Vermont State campuses, representing nearly every academic department, will deliver presentations. The conference will include three sessions, lunch, and a […]

Faculty Spotlight Michael Mahnke – Memory In Material exhibition.

Exhibition Title: Historic Figures & Nature By Dodji KoudakpoExhibition Dates: January 26-March 15Thurs, Fri, Sat 12:00 pm-6:00 pmReception January 27, 5:30-7:30 pm Brief Synopsis: Dodji grew up in Togo where he first fell in love with art. From childhood, he drew or painted on any surface he could find, his talent illuminating even the humblest […]

Exhibition Title: Historic Figures & NatureBy Dodji KoudakpoExhibition Dates: January 26-March 15Thurs, Fri, Sat 12:00 pm-6:00 pm Brief Synopsis: Dodji grew up in Togo where he first fell in love with art. From childhood, he drew or painted on any surface he could find, his talent illuminating even the humblest corners. He uses everyday experiences, […]

Continuum Contemporary Ballet is a New York City-based dance company comprised of classically trained dancers with contemporary artistic voices. They create work that plays in the concert dance spectrum while celebrating a spirit of dancemaking that is inspiring and progressive. Continuum aims to expand the role of creativity in the art of ballet by engaging […]

The VSTU Castleton Theatre Arts Program presents Hate Mail by Bill Corbett! This is a two-person play where Preston writes a furious letter to a store demanding a refund for a broken snow globe, he gets assistant manager Dahlia fired - and finds a vengeful epistolary match. In this wickedly funny alternative to Love Letters, […]

The Vermont Biomedical Research Network is funding a visit by Taylor Hudson, who leads the assay development team at the Innovative Genomics Institute (IGI) in Berkley, CA. The IGI performs cutting edge research on gene editing technology that is poised to revolutionize medicine. Taylor is a graduate of Green Mountain College (Poultney, VT). In addition […]

The Vermont Biomedical Research Network is funding a visit by Taylor Hudson, who leads the assay development team at the Innovative Genomics Institute (IGI) in Berkley, CA. The IGI performs cutting edge research on gene editing technology that is poised to revolutionize medicine. Taylor is a graduate of Green Mountain College (Poultney, VT). In addition […]

MFA Amy Kolb Noyes – Bitter Brew: Consumption Choices & Consequences Exhibition March 11-April 5, 2024 and opening reception is on Wednesday, March 13, 2024 from 3-5 pm.

A hunter returns home to North Carolina with a mysterious green case. Following the death of his mother, he moves back into the family home where his mind begins to disintegrate. Stalked by divine voices and unholy visions, guided by disquiet, his mother's hand written riddles and strange visitors further complicate an already splintering mind. […]

MFA Amy Kolb Noyes – Bitter Brew: Consumption Choices & Consequences gallery event is from March 11-April 5, 2024. The opening reception is on Wednesday, March 13, 2024 from 3-5 pm.

What is the Bridge Building Competition? Model bridges promote the study and application of physics and engineering and help students develop “hands-on” skills. Participating students get to experience what it is to be an engineer, designing structures to a set of specifications and then see them perform their function. Teams of students construct bridges in […]

France, 1760. Marianne is commissioned to paint the wedding portrait of Héloïse, a young woman who has just left the convent. Because she is a reluctant bride-to-be, Marianne arrives under the guise of companionship, observing Héloïse by day and secretly painting her by firelight at night. As the two women orbit one another, intimacy and […]

After an impulsive travel decision to visit friends, Freddie, 25, returns to South Korea for the first time, where she was born before being adopted and raised in France. Freddie suddenly finds herself embarking on an unexpected journey in a country she knows so little about, taking her life in new and unexpected directions. Watch […]

Join us for the 2024 Spring Career and Internship Fair at Vermont State University's Johnson campus!When: Wednesday, March 20, 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.Where: SHAPE Center Varsity Gym, VTSU Johnson More than 40 employers will be on hand to talk with you about full- and part-time job and internship opportunities. This event is free and […]

The Theatre Arts Program presents, She Kills Monsters by Qui Nguyen. It is a comedic romp into the world of fantasy role-playing games! In this high-octane dramatic comedy laden with homicidal fairies, nasty ogres and 90s pop culture, acclaimed playwright Qui Nguyen offers a heart-pounding homage to the geek and warrior within us all. She […]

Dozens of classes on topics ranging from kitting to birds to 3d scanning, bicycle repair, and solar power! No test or no grades - Just the pure joy of learning! Sponsored by the Castleton Bridge Initiative and the Vermont State University Castleton Student Government Association, One Day University is for people who think every day […]

The Theatre Arts Program presents, She Kills Monsters by Qui Nguyen. It is a comedic romp into the world of fantasy role-playing games! In this high-octane dramatic comedy laden with homicidal fairies, nasty ogres and 90s pop culture, acclaimed playwright Qui Nguyen offers a heart-pounding homage to the geek and warrior within us all. She […]

Artists: Pamela O’Connor: "Creating art is a spiritual and authentic experience that I highly value. It is realism in the midst of mystery, chance in the midst of intention. My work has been influenced by the secrecy of nature, complexity of familial connections, and an exploration of mixed mediums." Leon Bates: “I have always been […]

What is the Bridge Building Competition? Model bridges promote the study and application of physics and engineering and help students develop “hands-on” skills. Participating students get to experience what it is to be an engineer, designing structures to a set of specifications and then see them perform their function. Teams of students construct bridges in […]

Presented in partnership with the Vermont Humanities Council Speaker’s Bureau. Bill Mares began making his own beer 45 years ago, when homebrewing was illegal and there were no microbreweries in America. Today there are over 7,000 such breweries nationwide, and Vermont has the highest percentage of breweries per capita in the country. Mares has written […]

Helen Gillet is a singer-songwriter and surrealist-archeologist exploring synthesized sounds, texture, and rhythm using an acoustic cello. For someone with her varied background, New Orleans, with its mix of cultures and musics, seemed like a natural place to call home. She was born in Belgium, raised in Singapore from the ages of 2 to 11, […]

The VTSU Castleton Wind Symphony presents "Outer Realms", a program featuring works that are inspired by space, other worlds, and the imagination. The concert will feature special guest soloist and faculty member Professor Jared Shapiro performing as cello soloist for Luis Serrano Alarcon's "Tramonto". The concert will also feature works by David Maslanka, Julie Giroux, […]

BFA Exhibit Featuring: Victoria Alinovi, Owen Whitney, and Kate Vogan is April 16-May 3 2024, and the Opening reception is on Thursday, April 18, 2024 from 3-5 pm.

Presented in partnership with the Visual Art Program, Wellness Center, and the Center for Social Justice and Trauma Informed Care, this panel will be led by activist and artist Traci Molloy and will focus on discussing the effects of sexual assault on individuals and communities. For Soundings students, a reservation is REQUIRED for this event. […]

Embark on a journey of discovery and connection at the "Intercultural Artifacts Exhibition," where the rich tapestries of the multilingual multicultural VTSU community come to life. This unique showcase organized by Multilingual Students Services and VTSU libraries features an array of artifacts collected from our diverse faculty, staff, and students, offering a glimpse into the […]

BFA Exhibit Featuring: Victoria Alinovi, Owen Whitney, and Kate Vogan is from April 16-May 3, 2024. Opening reception is on Thursday, April 18, 2024 from 3-5 pm.

Marcie Hernandez’s music lives in cultural dualities. Born to Puerto Rican parents & raised in Rochester, NY, Marcie is a singer-songwriter with a sound that combines Latin rhythms & instrumentation with the feel & lyrical vulnerability of indie folk music. Each of her songs is a snapshot of her life, telling stories of love & […]

The VTSU Castleton Chamber Singers will present "Music For The Earth," an earth day themed concert, on Saturday 20th April at 3:00pm at the Castleton Federated Church. Admission is by donation (large or small), and all proceeds will benefit the VT Sierra Club. Music selections include Earth Song (Ticheli), Emerald Stream (Houston), The Bluebird (Stanford), […]

"A literary rock star in his day, Poe struggled with tragedy and addiction, poverty and loss, yet produced some of the world’s most original, visionary and enduring literature before dying in unexplained circumstances at the age of 40. At once gorgeous and grotesque, Nevermore blurs the line between fact and fiction, exploring the events that […]

Hosted by The Wellness Center, this is a day full of activities, workshops and lectures. Students showcases will be highlighted. Vendors will be onsite throughout the day and raffles will be ongoing as well. Donations support updating the Peace Garden seating, creating a community herb garden, building instructional signage for outdoor workout equipment and trail […]

Art Soup is the culmination of collaboration between VTSU Castleton students, faculty, staff, and community members and features live music, dance, and much more! No reservation is required for this event. This event is free for Soundings students. All other tickets are by donation, to benefit VTSU Castleton’s Arts Reach Program. Tickets can be reserved […]

VTSU Castleton’s Jazz Ensemble presents a night of musical entertainment featuring students, faculty, and community artists.

A production of VTSU Johnson's Dance Club, this showcase is presented at the end of each semester to highlight the hard work of our students. Raffles will be held during the show to benefit the Dance Club's future productions.

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 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 […]