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The Knights are holding strong at #1 in the D2 USCAA Week 2 Poll! 🏀🔥

Read more about this history-making squad in The Herald: https://www.ourherald.com/articles/knights-mens-basketball-earns-no-1-natl-ranking/ 
December 5, 2025 at 7:17 PM
Snow squalls are passing over our campuses today. They’re usually brief but can be intense, with sudden bursts of wind and reduced visibility, like this one that just swept through the Randolph Campus.

Stay safe and warm, inside the library is the perfect place to wait them out!
December 4, 2025 at 8:08 PM
THANK YOU for making this Giving Tuesday such a success!

As of 8:45 a.m. Wednesday, your gifts have totaled nearly $35,000! https://giving.vermontstate.edu/vtsu-giving-tuesday-2025 

Your generosity strengthens every VTSU campus and empowers students across Vermont.
December 3, 2025 at 1:49 PM
We’re so grateful to everyone who has supported VTSU this Giving Tuesday! Your gifts are already helping students find opportunity, community, and purpose across all five campuses.

But we’re not done yet. Let’s keep pushing toward our goal! https://www.givecampus.com/s/tzt0oy 

Thank You!
December 2, 2025 at 4:05 PM
Today is GivingTuesday!

Join us as we support students across Vermont State University.

Your gift:
• opens doors
• fuels passion
• strengthens communities

https://www.givecampus.com/schools/VermontStateUniversity/vtsu-giving-tuesday-2025/ 

#GivingTuesday #SupportVTSU
December 2, 2025 at 11:01 AM
Faculty Spotlight: Barclay Tucker

For more than two decades, Professor Barclay Tucker has brought creativity and innovation to teaching illustration and graphic design at VTSU Lyndon.

https://vermontstate.edu/news/faculty-spotlight-barclay-tucker-professor-of-illustration-and-graphic-design/ 
November 28, 2025 at 6:25 PM
Reminder! Outdoor Education, Leadership, and Tourism at VTSU’s biennial gear sale is Wednesday!

This is your chance to pick up well-maintained outdoor gear at great prices!

Wednesday, Dec. 3, 2025
Alexander Twilight Theater Lobby, VTSU Lyndon
6–9 PM
November 27, 2025 at 4:35 PM
Early childhood educators shape the future, and Vermont needs strong programs to prepare them.

Check out this important commentary: https://vtdigger.org/2025/11/24/heather-duhamel-and-kaitlin-northey-vermont-must-protect-and-strengthen-the-programs-that-prepare-early-childhood-educators/ 
November 27, 2025 at 2:03 PM
GivingTuesday is right around the corner!

On December 2, we’ll come together to support Vermont State University and all five campuses that continue to shape Vermont’s future.

Save the date! More details soon!

#GivingTuesday #SupportVTSU
November 26, 2025 at 1:16 PM
Meet Ben Riegel a proud Lyndon State College alum (now Vermont State University Lyndon) and longtime ESPN producer. Hear how the Lyndon community helped shape his journey, and the advice he has for today’s students.
November 25, 2025 at 4:46 PM
Over the weekend, U.S. Senator Bernie Sanders toured the engineering labs at VTSU Randolph!

From 3D printing “Bernie Boats” to exploring CNC technology, Bernie explored cutting-edge labs and met some incredible VTSU engineering students along the way!

#WeAreVTSU #Engineering #BernieSanders
November 24, 2025 at 8:39 PM
Vermont is facing a growing demand for skilled electricians, plumbers, welders, HVAC technicians, and more.

Our apprenticeship programs are helping fill the gap with hands-on training and “earn-as-you-learn” opportunities. Learn more in this NBC5 story!
Vermont apprenticeship programs fill gaps in the trades
Programs offer hands-on training in trades like electrical and HVAC. Students take classes after work, studying theory as they learn practical application.
www.mynbc5.com
November 20, 2025 at 8:15 PM
From BFA-St. Albans to VTSU Johnson, Alex Carter is making his mark. Check out his great profile in the Saint Albans Messenger!

#VTSUJohnson #BadgersSoccer #StudentAthlete
College Athlete Profile: Alex Carter joins Badgers as top NAC player
Alex Carter, a top North Atlantic Conference 2025 player, shares his journey from high school to college soccer, his love for mathematics, and his goals for the future.
www.samessenger.com
November 18, 2025 at 7:12 PM
Meet Alexandria, a devoted mom of seven and full-time in-home childcare provider. She’s now earning her degree entirely online — proving that with determination, there’s always a way to make your dreams a reality.

November 18, 2025 at 5:00 PM
From graduating in Lyndon’s Television Studies program in 2003 to leading VTSU Lyndon's Communications program today, Meaghan Meachem’s path reflects a real love for what she does.

#VTSUFaculty #Communications #FacultySpotlight
Faculty Profile: Meaghan Meacham
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 […]
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November 17, 2025 at 9:21 PM
From our cutting-edge labs to Beta Technologies’ production spaces, it’s great to see VTSU students like Savannah Perry making the most of opportunities to learn and connect.

Beta’s career day was an exciting behind-the-scenes look at electric aviation careers and Vermont’s growing tech sector.
Beta Technologies showcases high-tech career paths
From hands-on demos to direct talks with hiring leads, Beta’s Career Day offered a behind-the-scenes look at Vermont’s electric aviation.
www.mynbc5.com
November 17, 2025 at 8:02 PM
Tasha Gallup knew college could change her life, but getting there wasn’t easy.

With help from VSAC and her own relentless drive, she made it to Castleton, earned her degree, and built a career helping athletes heal.

Her story is a must-read for anyone who’s ever wondered if college is possible!
Turning “We can’t afford that” into “I did it”: Tasha’s Story - VTDigger
Tasha Gallup knew college could change her future—but her family didn’t think it was possible. With guidance and determination, Tasha found a path to college and specialized in sports medicine. Building the career of her dreams, she ultimately became a Physician Assistant.
vtdigger.org
November 14, 2025 at 8:55 PM
We're proud to share that our Fall 2025 enrollment reflects our commitment to expanded access, innovative programs, and pathways to student success that strengthen Vermont’s workforce and future.
Vermont State University fall enrollment shows strategic growth and expanded access | Vermont Business Magazine
vermontbiz.com
November 13, 2025 at 7:21 PM
VTSU is turning “Freedom & Unity” into action through programs like tuition-free college for income-eligible Vermonters!

Vermont By Degrees: https://www.timesargus.com/opinion/perspective/vermont-by-degrees-vtsu-lives-vermonts-motto/article_8efb3458-bbb3-5336-84d5-5831bf282857.html 
November 12, 2025 at 7:18 PM
The inaugural Making a Difference, Making a Living (MADMAL) conference brought inspiring voices from across Vermont together.

Read about it in this great Rutland Herald story by Sophia Buckley-Clement!
Making a Difference, Making a Living conference
The Vermont State Colleges System gathered the voices of leaders across Vermont to demonstrate how education can be transformed into passion and purpose.
www.rutlandherald.com
November 10, 2025 at 9:16 PM
Congrats to Cyndi Lauper on her induction into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame!

Before she became a world star, she attended Johnson. In 2019, she returned to deliver an inspiring commencement address, encouraging graduates to “win the small battles” and turn challenges into opportunities.
November 10, 2025 at 5:48 PM
It's Military Family Appreciation Month! A time to acknowledge the tremendous sacrifices military families make to support our nation.

Sesame Street for Military Families app offer great support for families with young children. https://veteran.com/sesame-street-military-families-free-app/ 
November 9, 2025 at 2:17 PM
November is Native American Heritage Month. It is a time to celebrate the cultures, traditions, and histories of Native peoples, honor their contributions, and recognize the challenges they have faced and continue to face.

Resources: https://www.si.edu/events/native-american-heritage-month
November 8, 2025 at 2:17 PM
Yesterday’s Making a Difference, Making a Living (MADMAL) Conference brought together a dynamic and diverse group, ranging from high school students to lifelong learners, with even more joining virtually from across Vermont.

Thank you to everyone who helped make this event so successful!
November 7, 2025 at 7:49 PM
VTSU is proud to support first-generation college students. Every classroom they enter is a victory over doubt, fear, and the unknown.

We dropped a new video yesterday featuring some or our amazing first-gen students and faculty. Check it out!
Vermont State University Celebrates First-Generation College Celebration Day
Vermont State University joins the nationwide celebration of First-Generation College Celebration Day, recognizing and honoring the students, faculty, and staff who are the first in their families to attend college.
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November 7, 2025 at 2:09 PM