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UVM Grossman launches Vermont’s first undergrad business co-op program

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January 23, 2026

UVM Grossman launches Vermont’s first undergrad business co-op program

Beth McDermott
| Reporter assisted by AI

Six business school students at the University of Vermont are starting full-time, paid roles this month as part of a new undergraduate co-op program, according to a community announcement.

The announcement from UVM’s Grossman business school explains that the program aims to add immersive, career-building learning experiences to students’ classroom studies. It is backed by $15 million from the Grossman Family Foundation.

Students in the program work full time for four to six months in roles aligned with their academic focus. Afterward, the goal is for them to complete their degrees with real-world skills and insights.

Unlike traditional internships, which typically last 8-12 weeks, co-op positions are longer-term, full-time and paid. The arrangement is meant to allow student to take on deeper responsibilities and contribute meaningfully to projects while employers evaluate talent, build pipelines and reduce recruitment costs.

UVM cited a figure from the National Association of Colleges and Employers that said 98.3% of surveyed employers hire co-op students for full-time roles.

The first cohort at UVM includes Grace Berry at Wayfair; Jordan Dawley at Beta Technologies; Domenic Denapoli at Gallagher Flynn & Company LLP; Lillian Girod and Zachary Neuman at National Life Group; and Michael Stockbridge at engageCFO.

“It’s a unique opportunity to step outside the typical classroom and build hands-on skills in the real world,” Neuman said in the announcement. “Being able to apply what I’ve learned in courses thus far to a longer-term, structured role was a significant draw. It’s an opportunity to fully immerse myself in a real professional environment in a way that a typical 10-week internship may not.”

Craig Ross, founder and CEO of engageCFO, praised the program.

“Students build skills, confidence and lasting relationships ― whether it’s mastering debits and credits, developing financial models or sharpening Excel expertise,” Ross said.

To date, the Grossman School of Business has conducted more than 130 employer conversations to cultivate relationships nationally and locally, align roles with curriculum and expand networks across major cities.

The new effort is the first undergraduate business co-op program in Vermont and joins a small but growing group of U.S. institutions offering structured, full-time career experiences while earning a degree. according to UVM. Nationally, about 60 colleges and universities have formal co-op programs, most concentrated in STEM fields.

The program runs two cycles annually: January-June and July-December. Employers interested in hosting co-op students can learn more at uvm.edu/business/grossman-co-op. Students can join a hybrid info session by viewing dates and times online.

This story was created by reporter Beth McDermott, bmcdermott1@usatodayco.com, with the assistance of Artificial Intelligence (AI). Journalists were involved in every step of the information gathering, review, editing and publishing process. Learn more at cm.usatoday.com/ethical-conduct.

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Irving Oil Tanker Truck crashes in Vt., leaks fuel into nearby stream

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February 15, 2026

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Irving Oil Tanker Truck crashes in Vt., leaks fuel into nearby stream

An Irving Oil Tanker Truck crashed Sunday morning in Alington, Vermont, prompting an emergency Hazmat response.

State police say the freightliner left Laver Road around 9:10 a.m. and rolled onto its side, leaking fuel into a nearby stream. The truck driver, identified as 54-year-old Michael J. Parker, of Whitehall, New York, suffered minor injuries in the crash.

The stream was dammed to prevent hazardous spillage from polluting nearby waterways, police said, and fuel was then pumped from the tanker truck until it was emptied, and the truck could be turned upright.

Teams remained on scene until the truck could be removed from the scene, and to clear the area of pollution by pumping out the contaminated water, police added.

It’s unclear what caused the semi to leave the roadway but police did note in their report that the road conditions were icy at the time.

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VT Lottery Powerball, Lucky For Life results for Feb. 14, 2026

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1 day ago

February 15, 2026

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Powerball, Mega Millions jackpots: What to know in case you win

Here’s what to know in case you win the Powerball or Mega Millions jackpot.

Just the FAQs, USA TODAY

The Vermont Lottery offers several draw games for those willing to make a bet to win big.

Those who want to play can enter the MegaBucks and Lucky for Life games as well as the national Powerball and Mega Millions games. Vermont also partners with New Hampshire and Maine for the Tri-State Lottery, which includes the Mega Bucks, Gimme 5 as well as the Pick 3 and Pick 4.

Drawings are held at regular days and times, check the end of this story to see the schedule.

Here’s a look at Feb. 14, 2026, results for each game:

Winning Powerball numbers from Feb. 14 drawing

23-43-58-60-64, Powerball: 24, Power Play: 2

Check Powerball payouts and previous drawings here.

Winning Lucky For Life VT numbers from Feb. 14 drawing

14-17-30-43-48, Lucky Ball: 10

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Winning Pick 3 numbers from Feb. 14 drawing

Day: 7-3-3

Evening: 4-6-4

Check Pick 3 payouts and previous drawings here.

Winning Pick 4 numbers from Feb. 14 drawing

Day: 3-1-0-1

Evening: 1-3-5-6

Check Pick 4 payouts and previous drawings here.

Winning Megabucks Plus numbers from Feb. 14 drawing

12-23-24-25-34, Megaball: 01

Check Megabucks Plus payouts and previous drawings here.

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Are you a winner? Here’s how to claim your lottery prize

For Vermont Lottery prizes up to $499, winners can claim their prize at any authorized Vermont Lottery retailer or at the Vermont Lottery Headquarters by presenting the signed winning ticket for validation. Prizes between $500 and $5,000 can be claimed at any M&T Bank location in Vermont during the Vermont Lottery Office’s business hours, which are 8a.m.-4p.m. Monday through Friday, except state holidays.

For prizes over $5,000, claims must be made in person at the Vermont Lottery headquarters. In addition to signing your ticket, you will need to bring a government-issued photo ID, and a completed claim form.

All prize claims must be submitted within one year of the drawing date. For more information on prize claims or to download a Vermont Lottery Claim Form, visit the Vermont Lottery’s FAQ page or contact their customer service line at (802) 479-5686.

Vermont Lottery Headquarters

1311 US Route 302, Suite 100

Barre, VT

05641

When are the Vermont Lottery drawings held?

Powerball: 10:59 p.m. Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday.
Mega Millions: 11 p.m. Tuesday and Friday.
Gimme 5: 6:55 p.m. Monday through Friday.
Lucky for Life: 10:38 p.m. daily.
Pick 3 Day: 1:10 p.m. daily.
Pick 4 Day: 1:10 p.m. daily.
Pick 3 Evening: 6:55 p.m. daily.
Pick 4 Evening: 6:55 p.m. daily.
Megabucks: 7:59 p.m. Monday, Wednesday and Saturday.

What is Vermont Lottery Second Chance?

Vermont’s 2nd Chance lottery lets players enter eligible non-winning instant scratch tickets into a drawing to win cash and/or other prizes. Players must register through the state’s official Lottery website or app. The drawings are held quarterly or are part of an additional promotion, and are done at Pollard Banknote Limited in Winnipeg, MB, Canada.

This results page was generated automatically using information from TinBu and a template written and reviewed by a Vermont editor. You can send feedback using this form.

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No. 7 Duke Hosts Vermont in Sunday Matinee – Duke University

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February 14, 2026

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No. 7 Duke Hosts Vermont in Sunday Matinee – Duke University

Gameday Details

Opening faceoff Sunday is set for 12 p.m. Fan parking is in the Grounds Lot off of Cameron Blvd., with gates opening at 10 a.m. The game will be streamed on ACCNX via the ESPN app.

The Opening Faceoff

Duke continues its five-game homestand to start the season Sunday, hosting Vermont at 12 p.m. The Blue Devils are 2-0 and moved up to No. 7 in the USILA poll and to 9th by Inside Lacrosse.

Max Sloat paces all scorers with seven goals and an assist for eight points. Graduate transfer Thomas Mencke is the top feeder with a goal and six assists, while freshman Michael Ortlieb has five goals and two assists. Redshirt freshman Kyle Colsey owns three goals and three assists as Duke is averaging 55.5 shots per game.

The Blue Devils’ stalwart defense is proving why it’s considered one of the best in the country, holding teams to 7.5 goals and to just 28 shots per game. Henry Bard, Charlie Johnson and Will Pedicano each have three caused turnovers apiece with Johnson leading the charge off the ground with seven ground balls. In goal, Patrick Jameison has a 5.36 goals against average and a .591 save percentage.

Vermont is 1-0 following its season-opening win at Queens Friday. The Catamounts were picked to finish third in the America East with Ryker Demarest, Walter Zhao, Jack Combs garnering preseason all-conference honors. Vermont returns its top four scorers from a season ago and the defensive contributions of Zhao and Combs.

Vermont and Duke meet for the fourth time. The Blue Devils are 3-0 against the Catamounts with an average margin of victory of nine goals.

By the Numbers
33 – Percent of Duke’s points this season that have come from freshmen
52 – Career caused turnovers for Aidan Maguire, 15 shy of moving into the top five in Duke history
58 – Combined caused turnovers for Aidan Maguire and Johnson last season, the most by a defensive duo in Duke single-season history
156 – Saves needed by Patrick Jameison to move into the top five in Duke career history
6 – Assists this season for graduate student transfer Thomas Mencke – matching his total in 42 games at Virginia
1-3 – Record against Duke for Vermont head coach Chris Feifs in his four appearances against the Blue Devils as a player at Maryland
486 – Career wins for John Danowski – 14 away from becoming the first Division I men’s lacrosse coach in NCAA history to reach 500
17 – Blue Devils who made their debuts in a Duke uniform versus Bellarmine, including nine true freshmen
.694 – Faceoff win percentage for junior Cal Girard – the best in the ACC and seventh nationally
25 – Faceoff wins by Girard after two games, 17 fewer than he had last season
5.36 – Patrick Jameison’s goals against average after two games

Series History

Duke and Vermont meet for the fourth time with the Blue Devils winning all three previous matchups.

The Blue Devils and Vermont last played in 2022 – a 15-7 win in Durham.

Ortlieb Joins Elite Company

With three goals in his debut against Bellarmine, Michael Ortlieb joined an elite group of Duke attackmen. Ortlieb is the fifth Blue Devil since 2004 to record at least three goals in his first game as a true freshman.

The most recent player to do so was Brennan O’Neill in 2021 against No. 7 Denver.

Ortlieb added two goals and two assists against Utah, giving him seven points in his first two games – the most by a Duke rookie since Justin Guterding had 10 in 2015.

Cal Girard Shining at the Dot

After taking the fewest faceoffs of the specialists a year ago, Cal Girard has gotten the most looks at the dot with 36 attempts through two games. The 11 wins against Utah marked the third time Girard posted double-digit wins in his 30 games. Overall this season, Girard has won 25-of-36 restarts for a 61-percent win rate. Girard has picked up the ground ball on 17 of the wins.

He tied his career high with 14 wins against Utah and picked up a career-high 10 ground balls versus the Utes. With 36 faceoff attempts, Girard is already at 40 percent of his total appearances at the dot last season. His 25 wins are just 17 fewer than his 42 a year ago.

Lockdown Defense

Defensively, Duke was excellent last season, holding opponents to 10-minute scoreless stretches 23 times, including a season-long 31:00 against North Carolina in the ACC Championship semifinal.

Duke has held both of its opponents this season to scoring droughts of at least 15 minutes, including keeping Bellarmine off the board for 25:53 and to just three goals in the first 45 minutes.

The Blue Devils return each of their top three caused turnover artists and five of the top seven. Duke held 11 opponents to single digits a year ago, finishing the year ranked 17th nationally and third in the ACC in scoring defense.

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