A Breath of Opportunity

For Hayes Raudenbush, a career in healthcare always felt like a natural fit. Growing up in a family of healthcare professionals, he was surrounded by people dedicated to helping others. His mother and grandmother both worked in nursing, while his father served as an EMT. While those examples inspired him, Raudenbush also wanted to carve […]

Delegate John Williams Experiences Hands-On Learning During Pierpont Visit

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: September 30, 2026 FAIRMONT, W.Va. – West Virginia Del. John Williams visited Pierpont Community & Technical College’s Advanced Technology Center and Culinary Academy Tuesday to see how students prepare for careers through hands-on instruction, technology and engagement with faculty. Williams, who represents District 80 in Monongalia County, explored programs in Advanced Welding, […]

Pierpont, State Higher Education Partners Break Ground on Aviation Maintenance Technology Educational Facility

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: September 30, 2026 BRIDGEPORT, W.Va. – Pierpont Community & Technical College, in partnership with the West Virginia Higher Education Policy Commission (WVHEPC) and the West Virginia Community and Technical College System (WVCTCS), broke ground Wednesday on a new Aviation Maintenance Technology Educational Facility at the West Virginia AeroTech Park, marking a major […]

Senator Oliverio Visits Pierpont to Explore Workforce and Educational Pathways

FAIRMONT, W.Va. – Sen. Michael A. Oliverio II, R-Monongalia, visited Pierpont Community & Technical College’s Advanced Technology Center and Culinary Academy to learn more about the college’s efforts to prepare students for careers in high-demand fields and support the workforce needs of North Central West Virginia. As a member of the West Virginia Senate Education […]

Pierpont to Host Fall Harvest Farmers’ Markets in Fairmont and Clarksburg

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: September 21, 2026 FAIRMONT, W.Va. – Pierpont Community & Technical College will host two Fall Harvest Farmers’ Markets this month, bringing local farmers, makers and small businesses to its Fairmont and Clarksburg locations. Hosted by Pierpont’s Student Services department, the markets will provide opportunities for students, employees and community members to shop […]