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.

Radiologic Technology Class of 2026
Celebrating the Amazing Radiologic Technology Class of 2026
We’re celebrating the amazing Radiologic Technology Class of 2026 at Vol State, especially…
Freda and Jonathan Pinkerton holding their awards
Home to the Educators of the Year

Vol State is proud to announce that Freda and Jonathan Pinkerton both received “Educators…

two fire personnel recruits practice putting out a dumpster fire
Recognizing the Courageous Sacrifice and Service of Our First Responders

October 28, 2025, also known as National First Responders Day, is a day on which we…

Rod Harkleroad, CEO of Highpoint Health Sumner with Ascension Saint Thomas, presenting a check with Dr. Wendi Tostenson, President of Volunteer State Community College, along with representatives from both organizations
Volunteer State Community College Celebrates Giving with Purpose through Vol State Giving Day 2025

Gallatin, Tennessee: Volunteer State Community College is celebrating…

Corporate Cup Winners: Team Garrot Bros.
Volunteer State Community College Celebrates Success of 19th Annual VSAA Golf Classic

Gallatin, TN: The Volunteer State College Foundation proudly celebrated the…

three military students enjoying the new Dr. Orinthia T. Montague Veterans and Military Family Center
Veterans and Military Family Center Opens at Vol State
Volunteer State Community College proudly celebrated the grand opening of the new Dr. Orinthia T.…