This story was originally published by the Bennington Banner on June 9, 2025. KILLINGTON – As Vermonters and visitors alike hit the slopes this winter at the largest winter resort in the eastern United States, they likely crossed paths with a VTSU Resort & Hospitality Management student working on the mountain and gaining valuable hands-on […]
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VermontBiz: VTSU Center for Schools to host 9th Early Childhood Educators Institute in July
This story was originally published by VermontBiz on June 4, 2025. The Vermont State University (VTSU) Center for Schools is proud to announce the ninth annual Early Childhood Educators Institute, taking place online on July 29 & 31 and August 5 & 7, 2025. This flexible, four-day virtual format enables early childhood professionals from Vermont […]
Continue ReadingVTDigger: Vermont State University’s president to retire in 2026
David Bergh, who has served as the university’s president since 2023, plans to end his nearly 30-year career in higher education in June 2026. This story was originally published by Izzy Wagner of VTDigger on May 29, 2025. Vermont State University President David Bergh announced Thursday that he plans to retire after the 2025-26 academic […]
Continue ReadingThe Herald: VTSU Graduates 185 Plumbers & Electricians into Vt. Workforce
This story was originally published by the Herald on May 29, 2025 This month, Vermont State University (VTSU) in Randolph graduated 105 electricians and 80 plumbers from the university’s registered apprenticeship programs, offered in partnership with the Vermont Department of Labor. The university saw a nearly 30% increase in the number of apprenticeship graduates this […]
Continue ReadingCaledonian Record: Vermont State University Holds Class of 2025 Graduation Celebration
MONTPELIER, VT — Vermont State University (VTSU) celebrated the members of the Class of 2025 graduations during the weekend of May 17-18th. Nearly 1,400 students from 231 Vermont communities and beyond were honored, exemplifying the heart of VTSU: resilient, purpose-driven, and committed to making a meaningful impact. More than 40 percent of this year’s graduates […]
Continue ReadingThe Herald: Storm Shortens, But Doesn’t Dampen VTSU Graduation
Vermont State University celebrated its 2025 graduating class Saturday evening at its Randolph Center campus with a ceremony that was shortened due to an impending thunderstorm. The threat of severe weather prompted organizers to omit scheduled speeches from university dignitaries and the student commencement speaker. Instead, the program moved directly to the presentation of degrees […]
Continue ReadingSeven Days: Master of One: Jillian Lisitano’s MFA Show in Johnson
The 70-year-old artist earned her bachelor’s degree and now her master’s at the only on-campus MFA program in Vermont for interdisciplinary and studio arts. This story was originally published by Seven Days on May 14, 2025 Graduation season is upon us, and with it many excellent student art shows. Among them, one senior stands out: Jillian […]
Continue ReadingWCAX: VTSU students develop plan for modernizing dorm
This story was originally published by WCAX on May 13, 2025 RANDOLPH CENTER, Vt. (WCAX) – A group of Vermont State University students has come up with a proposal to modernize one of the Randolph Center campus’s older dormitories. Cracked door frames and chipped paint. The “Old Dorm” on VTSU’s Randolph Center campus has seen […]
Continue ReadingRutland Herald: VTSU Castleton Class of 2025 unveils Sparty statue as parting gift
This story was originally published by the Rutland Herald on May 12, 2025 CASTLETON — A beloved Vermont State University Castleton icon has made a permanent home at Dave Wolk Stadium thanks to the Class of 2025. Student leaders unveiled the senior gift from the graduating Class of 2025 to a large crowd of community […]
Continue ReadingVermontBiz: VTSU preliminary enrollment deposits for fall 2025 show 15% increase over last year
This story was originally published by VermontBiz on May 12, 2025 Vermont Business Magazine Vermont State University (VTSU) shared preliminary deposit data today, noting an overall increase in deposits for the 2025-2026 academic year of 15%. This early enrollment cycle data signals good news for the university and compares May 1, 2025 deposits to May 1, […]
Continue ReadingMy Champlain Valley: VTSU commitments to enroll up 15% from last year
This story was originally published by My Champlain Valley on May 12, 2025 RANDOLPH, Vt. (ABC22/FOX44) – Vermont State University’s early numbers for enrollment look promising, the university announced Monday. While actual enrollment numbers won’t be known until the school year starts in the fall, enrollment deposits – payments made in order for incoming students […]
Continue ReadingWCAX: Positive enrollment projections at Vt. State University
This story was originally published by WCAX on May 12, 2025 MONTPELIER, Vt. (WCAX) – Vermont State University is seeing a 15% increase in preliminary enrollment deposits for the fall semester. School officials say first-year deposits are up 20% over last year, and deposits for CCV students moving on to VTSU are also up by […]
Continue ReadingVermontBiz: Vermont State University receives outstanding nursing NCLEX pass rates
This story was originally published by VermontBiz on 5/7/2025 Vermont State University (VTSU) nursing program graduates have demonstrated excellence by achieving outstanding National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX) passing rates. VTSU’s nursing program is designed to equip students with the knowledge, skills, and experience needed to succeed in the dynamic and demanding field of nursing. From […]
Continue ReadingVTDigger: From marketing to mental health, a mom comes full circle
This story was originally published by VTDigger on May 6, 2025 After 10 years of working in marketing and analytics in the Boston area, Leanne Estridge left her job in early 2020 when her infant son had difficulty with daycare. As the family-inspired pause lengthened into a pandemic-driven societal realignment, Leanne and her husband decided […]
Continue ReadingVermont State University & Legislative Leaders Celebrate Enrollment Growth, Look Ahead to a Sustainable Future for VTSU
We’re excited to share that Vermont State University is projecting a 15% increase in enrollment deposits this fall! 🎉 This milestone marks a significant step towards financial sustainability and showcases the incredible progress we’ve made together. With over 4,000 students enrolled, including many first-generation college students, VTSU is growing stronger every day. Last week, legislators […]
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