VTSU Students Showcase Research at Prestigious American Geophysical Union Conference

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Two teams of Vermont State University students recently presented their scientific research at the American Geophysical Union (AGU) Annual Meeting, a global gathering of more than 25,000 scientists held in New Orleans, December 15–19, 2025. In total, 10 representatives from VTSU attended this year’s event. DRACO Team Featured at AGU The DRACO (Dynamic Research of […]

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Developing and Enhancing Mathematical Thinking for PreK–5 Learners

Developing and Enhancing Mathematical Thinking for PreK–5 Learners Math Through Discovery: A Constructivist Pathway for PreK–5 Classrooms Vermont State University’s Education Department recently hosted an inspiring event highlighting the culmination of a semester-long project, in which our students designed instructional posters that integrate the essential components of high-quality mathematics teaching for early childhood and elementary […]

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White River Valley Herald: Local Beef From Farm to Cafeteria – VTSU Launches Meat Lab, Sustainable Beef Partnership

This story was originally published by the White River Valley Herald on December 11, 2025. In the works at VTSU Randolph is a project that hopes to bring sustainable, local beef to campuses across the state. The school is partnering with the Northeast Grass-Fed Beef Initiative (NGBI), as well as Sodexo, to establish a local […]

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VermontBiz: VTSU and food providers partner to create a sustainable beef supply chain for campus dining

This story was originally published by VermontBiz on December 4, 2025. Vermont State University (VTSU), in partnership with the Northeast Grass-Fed Beef Initiative (NGBI) and Sodexo, is launching a transformative project to establish a sustainable local grass-fed beef supply chain for its campus dining facilities. This initiative, made possible by generous support from the Henry […]

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VTSU Faculty & Alumni Featured at New Hampshire Cannabis Conference

Vermont State University and its Cannabis Studies Certificate Program (CSCP) were in the spotlight at the inaugural New Hampshire Cannabis Conference, held at the Grappone Center in Concord on November 22, 20225. Faculty Leadership on Policy PanelTimothy Egan, instructor in the CSCP and part-time faculty in Communications and Business at VTSU’s Lyndon and Johnson campuses, […]

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Heather Duhamel and Kaitlin Northey: Vermont must protect and strengthen the programs that prepare early childhood educators

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Every new classroom that opens needs a qualified early childhood educator to lead it. This commentary was originally published by VTDigger on November 24, 2025. This commentary is by Heather Duhamel and Kaitlin Northey. Duhamel is assistant professor and program director for early childhood education online at Vermont State University and higher education outreach coordinator […]

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NBC5: Beta Technologies showcases high-tech career paths

This story was originally published by NBC5 on November 17, 2025. SOUTH BURLINGTON, Vt. — Beta Technologies opened its South Burlington headquarters for a career day designed to connect students and job seekers. The event drew hundreds of visitors, including local high school groups and college students who traveled from as far as Maryland and […]

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VermontBiz: Vermont State University fall enrollment shows strategic growth and expanded access

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Online and Regional Campus Gains Underscore VTSU’s Commitment to Flexibility, Affordability, and Student Success This story was originally published by VermontBiz on November 12, 2025. Vermont Business Magazine Vermont State University’s (VTSU) Fall 2025 enrollment numbers reflect the new university’s focus on meeting the needs of students, employers, and communities by adapting and adjusting to shifting […]

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Rutland Herald: Making a Difference, Making a Living conference

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This story was originally published by the Rutland Herald on November 7, 2025. The Vermont State Colleges System gathered the voices of leaders across Vermont to demonstrate how education can be transformed into passion and purpose. In partnership with The Hub CoWorks, Community College of Vermont, Vermont State University and the Chamber & Economic Development […]

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Manchester Journal: Vermont State University marks Manufacturing Month with growing programs

This story was originally published by the Manchester Journal on November 3, 2025. RANDOLPH — Vermont State University (VTSU) marked another Manufacturing Month in October, acknowledging the importance of manufacturing to Vermont’s economy and the University’s unique role as a workforce development partner for businesses and industry across Vermont, according to a press release. For […]

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Times Argus: VTSU Castleton students present history to Ira community

This story was originally published by the Times Argus on October 31, 2025. IRA — A steady rain was pelting the roof of the Ira Town Hall as Vermont State University Castleton history professor Andre Fleche spoke to a gathering of Ira’s residents inside. “The good news is that we have a dark and stormy […]

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Hidden History: Vermont State University Castleton Project Brings the Past to Life for Students Across Vermont

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Multiple Funding Sources Boost Historic Preservation, Accessibility, and Hands-On Learning at Granger House Castleton, Vt. — Three major funding sources are significantly expanding the Castleton Hidden History Project (CHHP) at Vermont State University (VTSU) Castleton, deepening its impact on K–12 education and historic preservation in the southern Lake Champlain Basin. A new grant from the Lake […]

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Cannabis Education Workshops Offered at Vermont State University Johnson in December

Vermont’s Agency of Commerce and Community Development, the Vermont Cannabis Control Board, and Vermont State University are partnering to support Vermont’s growing cannabis industry Johnson, VT – A new series of workshops will give cannabis license applicants and current license holders the business, compliance, and cultivation skills they need to succeed in Vermont’s regulated cannabis marketplace. These […]

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Faculty Profile: Dr. Phil Lamy

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Professor of Sociology, Anthropology, and Cannabis Studies, Coordinator of the Cannabis Studies Certificate Program, Applied Percussion Instructor, Music Program Dr. Phil Lamy is perhaps best known for launching the Cannabis Studies Certificate Program at Vermont State University Castleton in 2019 with colleagues Brendan Lalor, Jody Condon, Paul Cohen, and Joseph Markowski. Now a 12-credit offering […]

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Bennington Banner: VTSU and VSAC partner to offer free tuition to more Vermont students

This story was originally published by the Bennington Banner on October 6, 2025 WINOOSKI — Now students from almost half of Vermont households can earn a two- or four-year college degree at Vermont State University — tuition-free. Freedom & Unity, a new program managed by the Vermont Student Assistance Corp (VSAC) in partnership with Vermont […]

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