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Vermont State University Strengthens Vermont’s Healthcare Workforce with 163 Practical Nursing Graduates

June 25, 2026

Randolph, VT — Vermont State University (VTSU) celebrated the graduation of 163 Practical Nursing students with commencement ceremonies held at its Randolph campus on June 19. Collectively, these graduates represented a dozen learning sites across the state, thanks to Vermont State’s distributed, community-based approach to nursing education. Designed as a one-year pathway into the nursing profession, the Practical Nursing (PN) Certificate program combines classroom […]

Killington Resort and Vermont State University Celebrate This Year’s Graduates of Resort & Hospitality Management Program

June 23, 2026

17 graduates complete innovative three-year program combining academic excellence with immersive, on-mountain industry experience Killington, VT — At the base lodge of the East Coast’s largest ski resort, seventeen graduates crossed the stage Saturday, marking the latest milestone for one of New England’s most distinctive higher education partnerships between Killington Resort and Vermont State University (VTSU). The Resort & […]

Vermont State University graduates 188 Level IV plumbers & electricians

June 4, 2026

Vermont State University graduated 188 this month from its Level IV registered apprenticeship programs, which the university offers in partnership with the Vermont Department of Labor. Of that total, 133 electricians and 55 plumbers, representing 115 employer sponsors, were recognized at the graduation for having completed all four offered levels of training in their respective […]

Vermont State University Class of 2026 Graduates 1,531 Students Prepared to Make a Lasting Impact in Vermont and Beyond

May 22, 2026

Vermont State University celebrated its Class of 2026 with a weekend of commencement celebrations at four of its residential campuses: Castleton, Johnson, Lyndon, and Randolph, with Williston campus students participating in the Randolph ceremony. Commencement was held on the Castleton and Randolph campuses on Saturday, May 16, and on the Lyndon and Johnson campuses on […]

From Vermont to West Africa: Cannabis Studies Program Makes Its Mark

May 18, 2026

Faculty-led events, a landmark collaboration with Ghana, and a surge of public interest signal a new chapter for one of higher education’s most distinctive programs. It has been a standout stretch for Vermont State University’s Cannabis Studies program. Fueled by faculty expertise and growing industry demand, the program has moved from campus conversations to international […]

Vermont State University Recognizes National Nurses Week, Will be Graduating Over 440 Nurses this Spring

May 8, 2026

National Nurses Week kicked off on Wednesday, marking a week-long, annual recognition of the dedication and contributions of nurses. Essential to the profession is the education pipeline that trains and prepares nurses with the skills and knowledge they need to enter the field. Each year, Vermont State University graduates hundreds of nurses who go on […]

Vermont State University Tackles State Teacher Shortage with a New Apprenticeship Offering

April 30, 2026

As Vermont — and the nation — recognize National Apprenticeship Week, the University is highlighting a new registered apprenticeship opportunity available for aspiring educators. In partnership with the Vermont Agency of Education and Vermont Department of Labor, Vermont State University (VTSU) will offer courses for a new Teacher Apprenticeship program, enabling students to work toward […]

VTSU Online Honors Dr. Bianca Reyes with 2026 Award for Teaching Excellence

April 30, 2026

Vermont State University Online is pleased to announce that Dr. Bianca Reyes, Adjunct Professor of Psychology, has been selected as the 2026 recipient of the Vermont State University Online Award for Teaching Excellence. The award recognizes outstanding online faculty whose teaching reflects best practices in digital learning and demonstrates a deep commitment to student success. […]

VTSU Featured on Ag in the 802: Exploring the Craft of Butchery at 1787 Butchery

April 21, 2026

Vermont State University is featured in a recent episode of Ag in the 802, a video and podcast series highlighting Vermont agriculture and food systems, hosted by Anson Tebbetts, Vermont Secretary of Agriculture, Food and Markets. In this episode, Secretary Tebbetts sits down for an in-depth conversation with Dr. DeMetris Reed, Director of VTSU’s 1787 […]

Vermont State University’s Respiratory Therapy Program Receives National Recognition for Outstanding Student Outcomes

April 21, 2026

Vermont State University’s Associate of Science in Respiratory Therapy program has received the President’s Award for Excellence in Credentialing Success from the Commission on Accreditation for Respiratory Care (CoARC), recognizing outstanding student outcomes, including a 100% job placement rate. This recognition comes as the university has worked for several years to strengthen the program and grow […]

Dean David Kupferman approaches his role with a simple philosophy: Each of us drives change

April 6, 2026

Although he has traveled around the world and lived in places like Saipan and Hawaii, one thing is absolutely clear to David Kupferman: he wouldn’t want to be anywhere but right here in Vermont. “Actually living here is incredible,” he shares. “Vermont has everything my family could want, and there is no end to the thankfulness […]

Vermont State University nursing programs achieve accreditation milestones

April 1, 2026

CASTLETON – Vermont State University announced that its nursing programs have achieved significant accreditation milestones. The National League of Nursing Commission for Nursing Education Accreditation (NLN CNEA) accredits VTSU’s nursing programs in the ‘laddered’ stackable credential model. These certificates and degrees enable students to progress seamlessly in their education or, alternatively, enter the workforce, certification […]

Vermont State University Honors 2026 Student Engineering Leaders

March 4, 2026

Vermont State University Honors 2026 Student Engineering Leaders Nomination Dinner Celebrates Student Achievement and the Future of Vermont’s Engineering Workforce Randolph, VT — Vermont State University (VTSU), in partnership with the Vermont Society of Professional Engineers, proudly celebrated its 2026 nominees for Student Engineer and Student Engineering Associate of the Year at a recognition dinner. The […]

Alumni Profile: Ryan DeLena’s Path from VTSU OELT Student to Outdoor Leader & Filmmaker

March 2, 2026

Ryan DeLena’s Path from VTSU OELT Student to Outdoor Leader & Filmmaker Hands-on learning opportunities helped Ryan thrive in the OELT program Finding his fit in the Outdoor Education, Leadership, & Tourism Program Ryan DeLena lives in a converted van, spending his winters in the Mount Washington valley and the other three seasons in Acadia. […]

Rutland Herald: Vermont State University professor cuts through the haze on cannabis

February 12, 2026

This story was originally published by the Rutland Herald on February 10, 2026 Riley Kirk recently visited Phoenix Books to discuss her book, “Reefer Wellness: Understanding Cannabis Science, Culture, and Medicine,” with Vermont State University cannabis studies colleague Dr. Phil Lamy. Thursday evening consisted of Lamy interviewing Kirk about tailoring cannabis use to the user, […]

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