FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: August 12, 2026 FAIRMONT, W.Va. – Pierpont Community & Technical College celebrated a milestone Aug. 8 as 42 graduates, the largest Licensed Practical Nursing class in the college’s history, were recognized during the 2026 Licensed Practical Nursing Pinning Ceremony at East Fairmont High School Auditorium. The ceremony honored the graduates’ successful completion […]

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: August 6, 2026 FAIRMONT, W.Va. – Pierpont Community & Technical College has entered into a partnership with Community Care of West Virginia (CCWV) to provide students with expanded access to behavioral health services through Community Care’s network of locations across North Central West Virginia and telehealth services when appropriate. The agreement reflects […]

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: August 5, 2026 FAIRMONT, W.Va. – Members of the Pierpont Community & Technical College Board of Governors and College Leadership gathered for a two-day retreat focused on the future of the college. The retreat was held July 29-30 at the Bridgeport Conference Center and brought together board members, Cabinet leadership and key […]

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: July 21, 2026 FAIRMONT, W.Va. – Approximately 30 campers from the Marion County Parks and Recreation Commission’s (MCPARC) Summer Day Camp spent the day at Pierpont Community & Technical College, taking part in hands-on activities that introduced them to healthcare, skilled trades, technology and workforce. The visit was one of many educational […]

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: July 21, 2026 FAIRMONT, W.Va. – Pierpont Community & Technical College’s Licensed Practical Nursing Program (LPN) hosted a Mental Health Week last week, providing students with hands-on experiences designed to promote wellness, strengthen self-care practices and prepare future nurses to support patients facing mental health challenges. Held at Pierpont’s Advanced Technology Center, […]