FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: December 17, 2025
FAIRMONT, W.Va. – Pierpont Community & Technical College has officially begun its search for the institution’s next president, aiming to find a visionary leader who will guide the college’s ongoing growth and dedication to student success.
The Presidential Search Committee, appointed by the Pierpont Board of Governors, includes representatives from faculty, classified and non-classified staff, students, business and industry, the Pierpont Foundation, and the local community. Anthony Hinton was named chair of the committee during the board’s September 23 meeting following an executive session.
The committee met on December 16 at the Advanced Technology Center to review the search timeline, communication plan, and procedures for candidate screening and interviews.
“Selecting the next president is one of the most important responsibilities of the board,” said Anthony Hinton, Chair of the Presidential Search Committee. “We are committed to conducting a thorough and transparent process to ensure Pierpont’s next leader strengthens our mission and partnerships across the region.”
The search process began with the appointment of the chair in September and the posting of the position in November. Applications will close on December 22, with semi-finalist interviews planned for early February and finalist campus visits in March. The Board of Governors expects to select Pierpont’s next president by early April 2026. This schedule is tentative and can change.
Updates on the search process will be shared on Pierpont’s official Presidential Search webpage at www.pierpont.edu/about/presidential-search.
Pierpont Community & Technical College is dedicated to providing accessible, responsive, and quality education to students and businesses throughout North Central West Virginia. With a focus on career readiness and workforce development, Pierpont offers a wide range of academic programs and industry-focused training opportunities to support the region’s economic and workforce needs.
Media Contact:
Stefanie Moore
Director of Marketing and Communications
Pierpont Community and Technical College
srobbins@pierpont.edu