Pierpont Students Share Their “Why” on #WhyApply Day

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: September 19, 2025 Fairmont, WV — Pierpont Community & Technical College joined the nationwide #WhyApply Day campaign on Friday, Sept. 19, celebrating the personal stories that inspire students to pursue college. Sponsored by the American College Application Campaign and College for West Virginia (CFWV), #WhyApply Day encourages students to take the first […]

Pierpont Hosts Gov. Morrisey for Press Conference to Kick Off Backyard Brawl

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: September 11, 2025 Clarksburg, WV – Pierpont Community and Technical College welcomed West Virginia Gov. Patrick Morrisey to the Clarksburg Campus Thursday morning for a press conference that kicked off the Backyard Brawl and focused on workforce development, economic growth and the future of energy and education in the Mountain State. The […]

Pierpont Charts Bold Path Forward with Mission-Driven Momentum

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: September 5, 2025 Fairmont, W.Va. – Pierpont Community & Technical College is accelerating its impact across north central West Virginia, unveiling innovative programs and strategic partnerships aimed at strengthening the region’s workforce and expanding educational access. During a recent presentation at the Harrison County Chamber of Commerce Breakfast, Interim President Dr. Michael […]

Pierpont Expands Career Training with New Industrial Manufacturing Technician Program

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: August 29, 2025 Fairmont, WV – Pierpont Community and Technical College continues to expand its career training opportunities with the launch of its new Industrial Manufacturing Technician (IMT) Program, designed to prepare students for high-demand careers in modern manufacturing. The 9-week training program, which begins this fall at Pierpont’s Advanced Technology Center, […]

Remembering Former Pierpont Interim President, Dr. Kathleen Nelson

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: August 5, 2025 Fairmont, WV – Pierpont Community & Technical College mourns the passing of Dr. Kathleen Nelson, who served as Interim President from July 1, 2022, to June 30, 2023. Dr. Nelson led Pierpont during a critical time for the institution, bringing steady leadership, a generous spirit, and a deep commitment […]