Interim President Mike Smith spoke with Darren Perron about the transition to Vermont State University, strategies for saving money, and what makes Vermont State distinct. See clips of the interview […]
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VTSU announces plans for expansion of nursing programs
Over the next five years, Vermont State University will receive $6.3 million in funding from the 2023 Omnibus Appropriations bill. The University will use the funding to expand its nursing […]
Continue ReadingVermont State University receiving $6.3M to expand nursing programs
Vermont State University will receive $6.3 million over the next five years to expand its nursing program by 250 seats and help address the critical need for healthcare workers in […]
Continue ReadingFunding for mental health coming to Vermont schools
Vermont State University will receive $847,970 over the next five years to support students in its school counseling and school psychology graduate programs. The funding will expand opportunities across the […]
Continue ReadingUVM Health Network and VTSU partner to support respiratory care
The UVM Health Network and Vermont State University are partnering to expand Vermont State’s respiratory therapy training program, the only one of its kind in Vermont. See the 22News story […]
Continue ReadingUVM Health Network and Vermont State University partner to support respiratory care in Vermont
Vermont State University is expanding its respiratory therapy training program, the only one in the state, in partnership with the University of Vermont Health Network. Read in VTDigger how the […]
Continue ReadingMike Smith: Vermont State University continues legacy of opportunity for Vermonters
Interim President Mike Smith shares his confidence in Vermont State University, believing it “is the right place for thousands of Vermont students to get their post-secondary education.” Read more in […]
Continue ReadingNBC5 In Depth: VSU Interim President Mike Smith on future of Vermont colleges
Mike Smith sat down with NBC5’s Stewart Ledbetter to discuss the future of Vermont State University and his strategy as interim president. See the full interview to learn why he […]
Continue ReadingStudents get hands-on birthing experience at NVU-Lyndon simulation lab
A new simulation lab is giving NVU-Lyndon nursing students hands-on experience providing care during childbirth. NVU expects the lab will help recruit and retain students who will join the local […]
Continue ReadingVermont State Colleges System Board of Trustees thanks Dr. Parwinder Grewal for his service, and names Michael K. Smith interim president of Vermont State University.
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: April 14, 2023 PRESS CONTACT: Katherine Levasseur Director of External and Governmental Affairs Katherine.levasseur@vsc.edu Montpelier, VT – The Vermont State Colleges System (VSCS) today announced that Vermont State University (VTSU) President […]
Continue ReadingHow Vermont is winning the fight against falling enrollment
Read this University Business article to see how Vermont State University is helping to revitalize higher education in the state and reverse declining enrollment.
Continue ReadingThe time is now to do something about the rising cost of college
Learn how Vermont State University is addressing college costs with its “complete and meaningful transformation” in this Fast Company article.
Continue ReadingNolan Atkins: VSU is expanding the breadth of its libraries to meet needs of students
Nolan T. Atkins, provost at Vermont State University, describes proposed changes to the University’s libraries in this commentary in VT Digger.
Continue ReadingNorthern Vermont University offers new certificate in sustainable trail-building
Northern Vermont University is partnering with the Northwoods Stewardship Center to offer a one-year certificate program in sustainable trail building. Funded by a $1 million grant from the Northern Border […]
Continue ReadingAcross the Fence: Vermont State University President Parwinder Grewal
Parwinder Grewal outlines his vision for the newly formed Vermont State University, which will unify Castleton University, Northern Vermont University, and Vermont Technical College on July 1, 2023.
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