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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Times Argus: VTSU Castleton students present history to Ira community

This story was originally published by the Times Argus on October 31, 2025. IRA — A steady rain was pelting the roof of the Ira Town Hall as Vermont State University Castleton history professor Andre Fleche spoke to a gathering of Ira’s residents inside. “The good news is that we have a dark and stormy […]

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Bennington Banner: Upcoming conference celebrates Vermont State Colleges alumni, workforce leaders

This story was originally published by the Bennington Banner on October 22, 2025. CASTLETON – On Thursday, Nov. 6, the Vermont State Colleges will present the Making a Difference, Making a Living (MADMAL) conference, a statewide event designed to inspire and connect students, alumni, faculty, and community partners. Through TED-style presentations, speakers will share how […]

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Hidden History: Vermont State University Castleton Project Brings the Past to Life for Students Across Vermont

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Multiple Funding Sources Boost Historic Preservation, Accessibility, and Hands-On Learning at Granger House Castleton, Vt. — Three major funding sources are significantly expanding the Castleton Hidden History Project (CHHP) at Vermont State University (VTSU) Castleton, deepening its impact on K–12 education and historic preservation in the southern Lake Champlain Basin. A new grant from the Lake […]

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Cannabis Education Workshops Offered at Vermont State University Johnson in December

Vermont’s Agency of Commerce and Community Development, the Vermont Cannabis Control Board, and Vermont State University are partnering to support Vermont’s growing cannabis industry Johnson, VT – A new series of workshops will give cannabis license applicants and current license holders the business, compliance, and cultivation skills they need to succeed in Vermont’s regulated cannabis marketplace. These […]

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Faculty Profile: Dr. Phil Lamy

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Professor of Sociology, Anthropology, and Cannabis Studies, Coordinator of the Cannabis Studies Certificate Program, Applied Percussion Instructor, Music Program Dr. Phil Lamy is perhaps best known for launching the Cannabis Studies Certificate Program at Vermont State University Castleton in 2019 with colleagues Brendan Lalor, Jody Condon, Paul Cohen, and Joseph Markowski. Now a 12-credit offering […]

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