Craftsbury Common, VT

Sterling College

Student Life

Students at Sterling College feel free to be themselves. It's not about doing "what's in"; it's about doing what you enjoy. Sterling's social vibe tends to be open and accepting. While some students may curl up with a good book or participate in an impromptu jam session on a Saturday afternoon, an equal number like to stay more active—from outdoor pursuits to activism.

Living in the midst of a strong and supportive community is at the heart of the Sterling experience. Faculty, staff, their families, and students interact on a daily basis. Whether sharing a meal, working together at the farm, solving problems in the classroom, or meeting to discuss community issues, everyone at Sterling College spends a lot of time together. We take pride in the close friendships formed at Sterling College and in the daily interactions that help forge those relationships.

Sterling College students participate in many and varied activities including:

Community soccer league
Residence Hall speaker series
Local community activist speakers
Herbalism workshops
Art Space
Figure drawing
Blacksmith shop
Yoga
Hiking
Biking
Woodsmen team
Farmstead arts and primitive arts
Pack basket-making workshop
Knife-making workshop
Ultimate frisbee
Skiiing (cross country and downhill)
Community Movie Nights
Open Mic NIghts
Poetry readings