Celebrating Vol State

Celebrating Vol State highlights the achievements of our students, alumni, and campus community. Browse alumni spotlights featuring graduates working in their fields, campus news and announcements, and recognition of student academic honors — updated regularly as new stories are published.

looking at the front stage at the Spring 2026 Commencement
Vol State Celebrates Largest Commencement Ceremony in College History
Vol State celebrated 477 students at the Spring 2026 commencement ceremony on Saturday, marking the…
The Vol State softball team is conference champions
Lady Pioneers Deliver a Championship Season
Congrats to the Vol State Softball team, whose 2026 season stands as a point of pride for the…
two biotech students learning in a lab
Volunteer State Community College Introduces Paid Biotechnology Training for Adult Learners
Vol State launches an 8-week Biotechnology Bootcamp that offers quick entry into high-demand fields…
Jera holding the award certificate and the Flower Bud pin
Vol State Nursing Student Jera Lewis Receives the Flower Bud Award
During National Nurses Week, Vol State is proud to celebrate Jera Lewis, a Springfield‑campus…
William Hall, a valued nursing faculty member at our Livingston Center, whose leadership and experience help shape the next generation of healthcare professionals
Faculty Spotlight: William Hall

In honor of National Nursing Month, we are proud to highlight the dedicated faculty and…

Adjunct Professor Rachael Hall stands in front of a piano holding the children's book "Goodnight Moon"
Faculty Spotlight: Rachael Hall Models What’s Possible

Volunteer State Community College continues to highlight alumni who return as educators,…