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 16-foot sculpture. He and his seven classmates from all over Vermont are out in the field to make a 3D model of “Whale Dance” by […]

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VTSU Castleton Athlete Interns at NCAA

A young man in a suit stands in front of wall with the NCAA logo.

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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‘It’s the future of Sugar’: New Technology Feeds Vermont Maple Syrup Boom Amid Climate Crisis

On a warm May Monday, more than three dozen high school students took to the forest behind a former dairy barn at Vermont State University in Randolph. In teams of four, they ran blue plastic tubing from tree to tree, racing to connect the tubes across three trees in 30 minutes. One student leaned back and pulled […]

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VTSU Early Childhood Education Institute Enrolls Record Number of Students

The Vermont Early Childhood Educators Institute (ECEI) 2024 is filled to capacity. All 135 slots are taken and that’s good news for Vermont, where quality child care providers are still in strong demand. ECEI equips early childhood and afterschool educators to provide high quality experiences to the children in their care.

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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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VTSU Class of 2028 on Track to Exceed Class of 2027

Close up of hands shaking while passing a Vermont State University diploma jacket.

Despite a national Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) debacle which has delayed college decisions typically made on May 1 to June 1, Vermont State University (VTSU) is on track to welcome a larger class this fall than in fall 2023.

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NBC5 In Depth: Vermont Colleges Work to Address Nursing Shortage

A big part of addressing the nursing shortage is training the next generation of the workforce, which is where our local colleges and universities come in. They’re working alongside hospitals to offer incentive programs to people interested in nursing, or for people who are considering a career change into nursing. They’re hoping these initiatives will […]

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Max the Cat

Max the Cat walks along a wall on the Vermont State University Castleton Campus.

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

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Vermont State University Students Establish Historic Student Government Constitution

When Northern Vermont University merged with Castleton University and Vermont Tech, leaders at the three institutions envisioned a feeling of collaboration between the new Vermont State University (VTSU) campuses. Less than a year into the VTSU’s first year, student leaders on each campus have been at the forefront of sharing ideas and creating a unified […]

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Celebrating First Class Grads During 2024 Commencement

For the first time, students will cross the stage to receive a diploma inscribed with Vermont State University. This first class of grads includes students who initially began studies at then-named Castleton University, Northern Vermont University and Vermont Technical College. Commencement will occur on the Castleton and Johnson campuses on May 18 and at the […]

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Inaugural Lyndees Awards

Three Vermont State University Students stand together on a red carpet.

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

A partial solar eclipse.

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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