Castleton, VT – Dr. Sherry Kollmann officially began her tenure as president of Vermont State University today, where she will build on the rich history of the university’s legacy campuses while continuing the university’s forward momentum. President Kollmann expressed her excitement at joining Vermont State University, sharing, “what’s impressed me most about Vermont and Vermont […]
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Vermont State University Strengthens Vermont’s Healthcare Workforce with 163 Practical Nursing Graduates
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 […]
Continue ReadingKillington Resort and Vermont State University Celebrate This Year’s Graduates of Resort & Hospitality Management Program
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 & […]
Continue ReadingVermont State Colleges System Board of Trustees Grants Emeritus Status to Dr. Helen Mango
Castleton, Vt. — The Vermont State Colleges (VSC) System Board of Trustees has awarded Faculty Emeritus status to Dr. Helen Mango in recognition of her distinguished career and lasting contributions to Vermont State University and its predecessor institution, Castleton University. The designation was confirmed at the Board’s June 8, 2026 meeting, held on the Vermont […]
Continue ReadingVermont State University graduates 188 Level IV plumbers & electricians
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 […]
Continue ReadingVermont State University Class of 2026 Graduates 1,531 Students Prepared to Make a Lasting Impact in Vermont and Beyond
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 […]
Continue ReadingVermont State University Recognizes National Nurses Week, Will be Graduating Over 440 Nurses this Spring
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 […]
Continue ReadingVermont State University Tackles State Teacher Shortage with a New Apprenticeship Offering
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 […]
Continue ReadingVermont State University Announces 2026 Commencement Speakers
Randolph, VT – Vermont State University is thrilled to be graduating its third class of students on May 16 and 17, 2026, and is pleased to announce an incredible group of commencement speakers for the four ceremonies held at the Castleton, Randolph, Lyndon, and Johnson campuses throughout the weekend. “We are honored to welcome such […]
Continue ReadingVermont State University Announces Latest Step in Revitalizing a Rural Campus with Partnership with Kingdom East School District
Vermont State University Announces Latest Step in Revitalizing a Rural Campus with Partnership with Kingdom East School District Lease of the Harvey Academic Building brings district office staff members to the Lyndon campus this summer Lyndon, VT – Vermont State University (VTSU) and the local Kingdom East School District (KESD) announced a new partnership today, representing […]
Continue ReadingVermont State Colleges System Board of Trustees Confirms Dr. Sherry Kollmann as President of Vermont State University
Winooski, VT – The Vermont State Colleges System (VSC) Board of Trustees has appointed Dr. Sherry Kollmann as system Vice Chancellor and President of Vermont State University (VTSU) following a comprehensive national search. “Dr. Kollmann is a leader who understands the essential role that affordable public higher education plays for both students and employers,” said […]
Continue ReadingVermont State University Honors 2026 Student Engineering Leaders
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 […]
Continue ReadingVermont State University Designated Public Liberal Arts Leader
Vermont State University Designated Public Liberal Arts Leader University achieves COPLAC designation, affirming its leadership in high‑impact, student‑centered liberal arts education Randolph Center, Vt. — Vermont State University (VTSU) achieved distinction from the Council of Public Liberal Arts Colleges (COPLAC) and is officially recognized as a leading public liberal arts institution. COPLAC comprises 26 colleges and universities across 25 […]
Continue ReadingVermont State University Nursing Programs Once Again Achieve Exceptional NCLEX Pass Rates
Graduates demonstrate excellence with near-perfect scores, strengthening Vermont’s healthcare workforce Vermont State University (VTSU) proudly announces outstanding results from its semi-annual National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX) reporting for graduates of its nursing programs. These achievements reflect the dedication of VTSU’s faculty and clinical instructors and the perseverance of students committed to entering the nursing profession. […]
Continue ReadingVermontBiz: 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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