President Bergh’s 2025 State of the University Address

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Delivered on Wednesday, December 10, 2025 Welcome, and thank you all for joining me this afternoon. This is a surreal moment for me, delivering my last State of the University address as Vermont State University’s president – a moment punctuated by a number of competing emotions, like: Naturally, this moment has inspired much reflection on […]

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Our Herald: Knights Men’s Basketball Earns No. 1 Nat’l Ranking

This story was originally published by the White River Valley Herald on December 04, 2025. For the first time in school history, the Vermont State University–Randolph Knights men’s basketball team has risen to number one in the nation in the United States Collegiate Athletic Association (USCAA) national poll, marking a major milestone for the program, […]

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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

A group of young children dressed in colorful winter clothing stand near a wire fence outdoors, accompanied by an adult. In the foreground, a small bicycle leans against the fence next to a bright green sign that reads: “I AM AN EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATOR. Skilled ~ Passionate ~ Professional ~ Essential #ProudToBeAEducator.” Tall trees and a building are visible in the background under a clear sky.

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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Rutland Herald: VTSU indicates slight increase in enrollment

This story was originally published by the Rutland Herald on November 18, 2025. Vermont State University’s Fall 2025 enrollment numbers reflect a slight increase over last year, but show a decrease in traditional residential and commuter students. A Nov. 12 news release states that final enrollment numbers report a total headcount of 5,185 students, which […]

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Leaders on Leadership: Chancellor Elizabeth Mauch on Purpose, Pragmatism, and Transformation

In the latest episode of Leaders on Leadership, Vermont State Colleges System Chancellor Elizabeth Mauch joins host Jay Lemons for a candid conversation about a career defined by purpose and a willingness to say “yes” to meaningful work. Dr. Mauch shares how early influences and her background as a mathematician shape her unwavering commitment to […]

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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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Faculty Spotlight: Barclay Tucker

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Professor of Illustration and Graphic Design | Vermont State University Lyndon Barclay Tucker is a force at Vermont State University’s Lyndon campus, where he’s established himself as faculty member with a distinctly creative flourish. He’s been there for over two decades teaching illustration and graphic design. One highlight of his time includes helping to develop […]

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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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Vermont By Degrees: VTSU lives Vermont’s motto

This column was originally published by the Times Argus on November 8, 2025. Editor’s note: Vermont By Degrees is a series of columns written by representatives of colleges and universities from around the state about the challenges facing higher education at this time. Freedom & Unity — It’s both Vermont’s motto and its promise, honoring […]

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Faculty Profile: Meaghan Meachem

Program Coordinator + Professor | Communications | Vermont State University Lyndon Over half of Meaghan Meachem’s life to date has been spent on Vermont State University’s Lyndon campus. In 2003 she graduated from the Television Studies program. Four years later, she found herself back at Lyndon, this time as a faculty member herself. “My first […]

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Vermont State University confers President Emeritus status on David Wolk

Montpelier, VT –Vermont State University (VTSU) has conferred the title of President Emeritus upon David Wolk, honoring his lifelong service to Vermont and his extraordinary leadership in furthering public higher education across the state and for the countless Vermonters whose lives were influenced by his mentorship or who today are touched by the lasting contributions of […]

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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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