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.

New staff members to the Vol State athletic department
Volunteer State Strengthens Pioneer Athletics with New Staff and Coaches

GALLATIN, Tenn.- December 30, 2025 - Volunteer State Community College is pleased to…

Student graduate, Yolanda Rutledge, speaks to her classmates
Volunteer State Community College Adult Education Program Celebrates Over 100 New Graduates

Gallatin, Tennessee – December 18, 2025 – Volunteer State Community College (Vol State)…

Professor Amber Sullivan, Mathematics Faculty
Professor Amber Sullivan Nominated to Join the High Impact Practice Ambassadors

Vol State is honored to share that Professor Amber Sullivan, Mathematics Faculty…

Graduate receiving his diploma from Vol State President Dr. Tostenson
Vol State Celebrates over 400 Graduates at Inspiring Commencement Ceremony
Vol State celebrated its graduating class at a ceremony on Saturday, December 13, 2025, honoring…
Dr. Karen Hill, Communications Faculty and Department Chair
Dr. Karen Hill Won the Communicator of the Year
Vol State is proud to announce that Dr. Karen Hill, Communication Department Chair, won the…
senior citizens listening to a teacher in a classroom
All I Want for Spring Semester is Senior Audit Students

We’re in full-on holiday shopping season, so allow me to sell you on one of the best gifts you…