Pierpont welcomes the public and the media to campus. However, media representatives must obtain advance permission from the Office of Marketing and Communications before photographing, filming, or interviewing students, faculty, or administrators. An escort will be provided for approved media visits.

Access may be restricted in certain situations, particularly if it could disrupt campus operations or compromise the privacy of our community. This is especially true during emergencies or sensitive events.

All media inquiries or interview requests must be submitted through the News and Media Outreach Request Form below or directed to:

Stefanie Moore
Director of Marketing and Communications
304-534-7102
srobbins@pierpont.edu

Media Relations for the Pierpont Community

Faculty and staff should not respond directly to media inquiries. If a reporter or editor contacts you, notify the Office of Marketing and Communications immediately. This applies to all media formats, including newspapers, magazines, radio, television, podcasts, and specialty publications.

The Director of Marketing and Communications manages all media relations and will coordinate interviews, statements, and story development to ensure consistency with Pierpont’s brand and strategic goals.

We encourage faculty and staff to share story ideas with the Marketing team. These may be featured in press releases, social media, or other outreach efforts.

Interview tips:

• Assume everything is recorded. If you need to speak privately, say “off the record” before sharing. Confirm when you are back on the record.
• Speak positively about Pierpont and its community partners.
• Review your email threads carefully before replying to media inquiries.
• Approval is optional: You do not need to have your responses approved unless the Marketing team requests it.

If you are participating in a phone or in-person interview, be aware that the conversation may be recorded —even if the reporter does not mention it. If you have concerns, ask the reporter directly. Recordings are typically used for note-taking and are deleted after the interview.

Internal Communication Reminder

All public-facing communications — including media pitches, interviews, and promotional content — must be coordinated through the Office of Marketing and Communications. This ensures accuracy, brand consistency, and alignment with institutional priorities.