A Celebration of Community:
Pierpont Community and Technical College is delighted to offer a series of events and celebrations during
“Your Community’s College Week,” a week-long celebration of community and collaboration beginning on Monday, November 11.
The week is filled with events and activities for all ages, and we invite you to experience all that Pierpont has to offer the North Central West Virginia region and beyond.
The events lead up to the investiture ceremony of Pierpont President, Dr. Milan Hayward, on Thursday, November 14. We invite our campus and community to join us for the investiture ceremony in person or via livestream.
Unable to attend the investiture ceremony in person?
Watch live via Pierpont's YouTube channel here.
Schedule of Events:
Monday, November 11
Join Pierpont Community and Technical College faculty, staff, and students in a variety of volunteer projects around Marion County. Open to the public. Browse the projects below and register by clicking here.
Union Mission Project
Volunteers will assist at the Union Rescue Mission of Fairmont in contributing to completing some of their interior renovation projects.
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Letter Writing Campaign
Volunteers will write letters of friendship and encouragement to senior members of our community. Letters will be delivered to nursing homes, retirement communities, and hospitals within our service region to spread joy and companionship.
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Food Drive and Distribution Initiative
Volunteers will lead a month-long donation drive to collect non-perishable food items and sanitary products. Volunteers will then sort and distribute the donations to “Blessing Boxes” throughout Marion and Harrison Counties on November 11th.
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Tuesday, November 12
Join Pierpont Community and Technical College for the unveiling of our 2024 – 2026 Strategic Alignment Plan during a luncheon with President Hayward. Open to the public.
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Advanced Technology Center, Room 216A
500 Galliher Drive
Fairmont, WV 26554
5:00 PM – 7:00PM
White Hall Event Center, Suite 128
2600 Middletown Commons, Fairmont, WV
Wednesday, November 13
Engage in fun and educational activities hosted by a variety of academic programs at Pierpont Community and Technical College. There’s something for everyone! Spots are limited. Browse the courses below.
Stop the Bleed
8:00 AM – 9:00 AM
Advanced Technology Center, Room 112
500 Galliher Drive, Fairmont, WV
Course capacity: 20
This course provides the general public with essential knowledge and skills to effectively stop a bleed following an injury, reducing the risk of death in emergency situations. Ages 12 and up.
Register here.
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Exploring Deaf History and Culture
10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Advanced Technology Center, Room 115
500 Galliher Drive, Fairmont WV
Course capacity: 20
This course provides an introduction to Deaf culture, focusing on Deaf history from the 1800s to the present. Students will gain an understanding of the cultural, historical, and social dynamics within the Deaf community.
Register here.
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Introduction to Medical Coding
10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Advanced Technology Center, Room 118
500 Galliher Drive, Fairmont, WV
Course capacity: 10 – 15
This session provides participants with foundational knowledge in medical coding. Participants will learn to code simplified diagnoses and operations, review health records, and understand the importance of accurate coding for patient care and billing processes. High school students only.
Register here.
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Blood Typing
11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Advanced Technology Center, Room 103D
500 Galliher Drive, Fairmont, WV
Course capacity: 18
Participants will learn how to test and interpret human blood types using non-biological samples, gaining hands-on experience with blood typing techniques and their practical applications. Ages 12 and up.
Register here.
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Posture for Daily Living
12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
Caperton Center, Room 306
501 W. Main Street, Clarksburg, WV
Course capacity: 12
This class provides participants with information on proper sitting and movement techniques to reduce the risk of posture-related symptoms and prevent potential injuries in everyday activities. Ages 18 and up.
Register here.
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Writing Workshop
3:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Caperton Center, Teaching and Learning Commons
501 W. Main Street, Clarksburg, WV
Course capacity: 20
This course engages participants in creative writing activities, focusing on personal writing and exploring family stories as inspiration. Participants will gain insight into narrative writing, similar to the work done by English 1104 students.
Register here.
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Sheet Metal Drilling and Riveting
3:00 PM – 5:00 PM
R.C.B. National Aerospace Education Center, Room 143
1050 East Benedum Industrial Drive, Bridgeport, WV
Course capacity: 12
This course provides students with hands-on training in elementary processes for drilling and riveting aluminum sheets, offering fundamental skills for various technical and industrial applications. Ages 18 and up.
Register here.
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Kids’ Literacy Night
4:30 PM – 6:00 PM
Middletown Commons, Conference Room
2600 Middletown Commons, Fairmont, WV
Course capacity: 20
This session is intended for young learners to have a fun experience combining literacy with culinary science. Children ages 10 and under.
Register here.
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Sensory Design
5:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Advanced Technology Center, Room 111
500 Galliher Drive, Fairmont, WV
Course capacity: 15
This course provides an overview of how to address sensory challenges in interior design. Participants will explore the importance of considering hyper- or hypo-stimulation factors in creating multi-sensory environments that positively impact the occupants of homes, schools, workplaces, and public spaces. Ages 16 and up.
Register here.
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Paint and Sip
6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Culinary Academy – Middletown Commons, Room 101
2600 Middletown Commons, Fairmont, WV
Course capacity: 24
This session provides a relaxed and creative environment where participants will engage in canvas painting while enjoying wine from WV Fruit and Berry. Participants will learn about wine and food pairings with light snacks provided to complement the experience. Ages 21 and up.
Register here.
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Fresh Pasta and Sauce Cooking Course
6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Culinary Academy – Middletown Commons, Room 119
2600 Middletown Commons, Fairmont, WV
Course capacity: 16
Participants will learn how to make fresh pasta from scratch, cook a perfectly seared chicken breast, and prepare a rich vodka sauce. Ages 18 and up.
Register here.
Thursday, November 14
The Board of Governors, faculty, staff, and students cordially invite you to the inauguration of Dr. Milan S. Hayward as the fourth president of Pierpont Community and Technical College. A reception will immediately follow. Open to the public.
Your RSVP is requested by Friday, November 1 using this form.
Thursday, November 14 | 3:00 p.m.
White Hall Event Center
2600 Middletown Commons, Suite 128
Fairmont, WV 26554
About Pierpont President, Dr. Milan Hayward:
Dr. Milan S. Hayward began his tenure at Pierpont Community and Technical College in July 2023.
Prior to his time at Pierpont, Hayward served as Vice President of the School of Career and Corporate Training at Virginia Western Community College in Roanoke, Virginia from 2016 to 2023. He brings years of experience in higher education as a guest scholar for Old Dominion University (VA), Executive Director of
Grants and Special Projects for Northern Virginia Community College, and director of a seven-college national consortium leading a “Credential to Careers” grant for Northern Virginia CC.
Additional positions at Northern Virginia Community College included those of Special Assistant in Academic Affairs for Career and Technical Education, Dean of Science and Applied Technologies and as the Program Director and Faculty in the Automotive Technology program.
A Special Opportunity to Honor President Hayward:
President Hayward has shown outstanding leadership and vision, guiding Pierpont towards a promising future with a steadfast commitment to offering innovative, affordable educational opportunities for students in North Central West Virginia. In recognition of his dedication, you are invited to contribute to the Pierpont Foundation. Gifts to the Foundation directly impact our students, supporting academic scholarships, student hardship funds, and more.
Your tax-deductible gift can be made here or by telephone at (304) 247-9835. Check can be mailed to:
Presidential Inauguration Gift
Pierpont Foundation, Inc.
500 Galliher Drive
Fairmont, WV 26554
Investiture Ceremony - FAQs:
The Investiture Ceremony will take place on Thursday, November 14 at 3:00 p.m. EST. A reception will immediately follow.
Due to heavy traffic that may occur prior to event, we recommend guests arrive no later than 2:30 p.m.
Faculty, staff, and ushurs should arrive no later than 2:00 p.m. for line up.
The Investiture Ceremony will be held at the White Hall Event Center – 2600 Middletown Commons, Suite 128, Whitehall, WV 26554.
The ceremony will last approximately two hours. A reception will immediately follow.
We welcome our campus and community to attend the event. If you plan to attend, we kindly request your reservation by Friday, November 1.
RSVP here.
Community members, staff, and ushers should dress in business casual. Faculty that are processing should dress in academic regalia. Students are welcome to wear their favorite Pierpont shirt.
Please see a parking map here.
Faculty and staff should park in the indicated staff parking areas.
ADA accessible parking is available in areas designated on the map.
Yes, to tune into the Investiture Ceremony live via Pierpont’s YouTube channel, click here.
Faculty with classes scheduled for the afternoon or evening of November 14th are encouraged to modify their assignments. This will enable them to participate in the procession with their colleagues and allow their students to join in the evening events.