Thursday, September 28, 2023
Dear Vermont State University Community, I have been on the ground since Thursday and after taking a few days to look at transformation plans, what we need most is to move forward together to create a strong and thriving future for Vermont State University. I am writing to let you […]
Hello Spartans! I hope everyone is doing well. Spooky season is over and turkey season is upon us! In the last few weeks, our SGA boards have been working tirelessly and have made big strides in giving some new and exciting gifts to our campus. But I will tell you […]
Hello Spartans! My name is Ryan Boeke. I am a senior majoring in Media & Communications with a minor in Theater Arts. I am the Student Government Association President for this school year and I am starting a biweekly column to help inform students and faculty and staff about new […]
“Today’s program is brief,” said Castleton University President Jonathon Spiro, taking the podium on stage right, addressing the audience in Casella Theatre on Aug. 26. A witty applause soars from a single audience member in the back of the theatre, garnering laughter throughout. Thus begins this year’s Convocation, an annual […]
Castleton University just announced another cut to programs in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic, unceremoniously – and accidentally. In a leaked email from Interim President Jonathon Spiro Friday morning, it was announced that the Castleton Athletic Marching Band will be seeing a downgrade, and replaced with a “spirit band.” […]
Spartan reporters to get reactions for next issue On Feb. 22, the Vermont State College System Board of Trustees voted to merge Castleton University with Vermont Technical College and Northern Vermont university into one Vermont State University. The decision comes after almost a year of deliberation and will take […]
Dear Spartans: There are so many of you that I wish I could see in person to talk to about the difficult decision I made last evening. Your handshakes, hugs, smiles, and encouragement have always lifted me up. It had been my plan to talk with all of you […]
It comes as no surprise that a 2019 survey conducted by Pew Research Center declares that three-in-ten adults in the United States report that they are “almost constantly” online. Think of all the ways that you use your smartphone, laptops, or other devices: connecting with friends and family through texting […]
To our returning students, welcome back to campus. To our new students, welcome home. I hope that you all are settling in and enjoying the start of the new semester. On Jan. 23, the Castleton community gathered for “Vision 2020,” the kick-off event of the CU/See Me Initiative. I’m so […]