Vermont State University campuses work to cultivate relationships with communities

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JOHNSON, Vt. (WCAX) – Vermont State University has been through a lot in the past year, and so have many of the towns the campuses are in. Now, VTSU hopes […]

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Vermont State Colleges System Hosts Artificial Intelligence Retreat, Empowering Technology Learning Across Vermont’s Public Higher Education System

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With recognition that we are living through an era in which Artificial Intelligence (AI) is transforming our society, on August 8, the Vermont State Colleges System’s (VSCS) Teaching & Learning with Technology (TLT) hosted an AI Retreat to bring together faculty and staff from across Vermont’s public higher education system to explore the profound implications of this technology on education.

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Multilingual Students Find Support & Academic Success at VTSU

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Nineteen percent of Vermont State University (VTSU)’s first-year students in Fall 2023 identified as Black, Indigenous, or People of Color (BIPOC). Multicultural students make up a significant proportion of these students, including international and exchange students, refugees, immigrants, and domestic students with multilingual heritage.

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Health Watch: Addressing Mental Health in First Responders

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CASTLETON, Vt. (WCAX) – A week after devastating flooding struck Vermont for the second time in two years, first responders who waded through waters are now navigating many emotions. An […]

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Public Notice: Pre-Disaster Mitigation

Pursuant to Executive Order: 11988 (Floodplain Management) and 11990: (Wetlands) and the Federal Emergency Management Agency’s(FEMA) implementing regulations at Title 44 of the Code of Federal Regulations Part 9, FEMA hereby provides final notice of its decision to provide Pre-Disaster Mitigation program funding for an action located in a floodplain and wetland.

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VTSU Center Offers Wellness Session for First Responders July 15-16

That is why Vermont State University’s Center for Social Justice and Trauma Response Care on the Castleton Campus is hosting its second Annual First Responder Wellness Conference on July 15-16.

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Vermont Students Pick Up Free Credits at VTSU 3D Technology Camp

RANDOLPH, Vt. (WCAX) – Vermont State University is piloting a new 3D technology certificate program through a free summer camp for high schoolers. Wes Barlow is preparing to scale a […]

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VTSU Castleton Athlete Interns at NCAA

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One Castleton student is experiencing the NCAA, as an intern beginning in the organization’s Indianapolis office and culminating at the its Women’s College Basketball Academy in Rock Hill, South Carolina.

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As Vermont High School Spring Athletics Wind Down, Vermont State University has Message for Seniors

Interim President David Bergh has a strong message for graduating senior high school athletes: come to Vermont State University and continue playing the sport or sports you love.

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Max the Cat

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This past weekend, Max the Cat, received an honorary degree as a “Doctor in Litter-ature” from Vermont State University.

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Inaugural Lyndees Awards

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Vermont State University Lyndon students shone brightly as they took center stage at the inaugural Lyndees Awards, an evening dedicated to celebrating outstanding achievements within the campus community. Held on April 29, the event brought together students from diverse programs to honor their peers for their remarkable contributions.

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Vermont State University Apprenticeship Program Grows

Vermont State University (VTSU) reported a 13 percent increase in the number of students enrolled in its electrical and plumbing apprenticeship programs this year—up from 726 last year to 822. Efforts to grow the program come in response to acute workforce shortages in both sectors. Students in the programs work for local employers during the day and study a few nights a week, earning wages as they increase their skills.

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VTSU Proudly Announces the 10th Annual Gregg Fest

Cherished Lyndon musical tradition honors the legacy of Music Business & Industry student performer and songwriter Jacob “Jake” Gregg.

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VTSU Atmospheric Science Program Hosts Eclipse Event for High School Students at Lyndon Campus

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Hundreds of high school students from around New England will travel to the Lyndon campus of Vermont State University (VTSU) to view the solar eclipse.

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Bridge Building Competition

The winning team of the Vermont State Bridge Building Competition all dressed in blue holding the remnants of their popsicle stick bridge.

Hosted in Judd Hall on Vermont State University’s (VTSU) Randolph Center Campus, today marked the 10th almost-annual Middle School Popsicle Stick Bridge Building Competition (minus two COVID years), bringing together 110 middle school students from 8 schools throughout Vermont.

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