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With 1,900 full-time undergraduate students, Castleton is small enough to be a community where individuals matter, yet large enough to offer a diverse and challenging curriculum with more than 75 programs of study, 40 student clubs and organizations, and 28 varsity sports. At Castleton there is an understanding of the need for both career preparation and a liberal arts education.

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With 1,900 full-time undergraduate students, Castleton is small enough to be a community where individuals matter, yet large enough to offer a diverse and challenging curriculum with more than 75 programs of study, 40 student clubs and organizations, and 28 varsity sports. At Castleton there is an understanding of the need for both career preparation and a liberal arts education.

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Philosophy Plato Prize

The Philosophy program awards the Plato Prize each year to a student with the best essay judged to display the greatest clarity, originality, and philosophical acumen. The competition is open to all Castleton students.
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Student Competition - 2021 Jul 6

Philosophy Plato Prize

The Philosophy program awards the Plato Prize each year to a student with the best essay judged to display the greatest clarity, originality, and philosophical acumen. The competition is open to all Castleton students.
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Student Competition - 2021 Jun 11

Philosophy Plato Prize

The Plato Prize is awarded to a student with the best essay in philosophy during the academic year and is sponsored by Castleton's Philosophy Department and Chief Academic Officer. The competition is open to all Castleton students.
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Student Competition - 2019 May 15

Philosophy Plato Prize

The Plato Prize is awarded to a student with the best essay in philosophy during the academic year and is sponsored by Castleton's Philosophy Department and Chief Academic Officer. The competition is open to all Castleton students.
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Student Competition - 2017 May 9

Philosophy Plato Prize

The Plato Prize is awarded to a student with the best essay in philosophy during the academic year and is sponsored by Castleton's Philosophy Department and Chief Academic Officer. The competition is open to all Castleton students.
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Student Competition - 2017 Apr 19

ICUVermont

Castleton Senior Morgan Hart is Instagraming her way through the state of Vermont. With a set goal of visiting all 251 towns across the Green Mountain State before she graduates in May, the History major from Weston, VT is well underway to accomplishing just that.
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Student Competition - 2016 Oct 14

Philosophy Plato Prize

The Plato Prize is awarded to a student with the best essay in philosophy during the academic year and is sponsored by Castleton's Philosophy Department and Chief Academic Officer. The competition is open to all Castleton students.
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Student Competition - 2016 May 5

Collegiate LaunchVT Participant

College and university students representing eight schools from around Vermont competed for cash awards in the first-ever Collegiate LaunchVT business pitch competition on February 19, 2016 at Champlain College.
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Student Competition - 2016 Mar 3

Freedom and Unity TV Youth Film Competition Winner

The Freedom and Unity TV initiative works to support Vermont youth filmmakers. The competition is designed to capture local stories and features from the point of view of aspiring film directors and producers, while showcasing the talent of young video professionals under 30.
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Student Competition - 2015 Jun 1

Philosophy Plato Prize

The Plato Prize is awarded to a student with the best essay in philosophy during the academic year and is sponsored by Castleton's Philosophy Department and Chief Academic Officer. The competition is open to all Castleton students.
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Student Competition - 2015 May 8
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