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. The Office of Marketing and Communications will provide an escort for media personnel on campus.

The Office of Marketing and Communications aims to be as helpful as possible for those seeking access to our campus, faculty, students, or administration. However, it’s important to note that access may be restricted in certain situations, particularly if it could disrupt the campus community’s ability to carry out their duties and activities, especially during emergencies. We also prioritize the privacy of our campus community at all times.

Media inquiries or interview requests should be submitted through this form or directed to:

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

Media Relations for the Pierpont Community

The Pierpont Community should consult with the Office of Marketing and Communications before sending a pitch to any media outlet or accepting an interview request. The Marketing and Communications Director is responsible for managing the college’s media relations. We encourage faculty and staff to reach out to the department with story ideas.

If a reporter or editor contacts you for an interview, do not respond. Instead, immediately inform the Director of Marketing and Communications. This applies to newspapers, magazines, radio and TV stations, specialty publications, and podcasts.

Interview tips:

• Everything you say is recorded. If you need to explain something or want to share information privately, please say “off the record” before you share it. Once you’re finished, let the reporter know you are back on the record to avoid any confusion.
• Always speak positively about the college and its community partners.
• When emailing, always review your thread and responses before replying. You do not need to have your responses approved by the Marketing and Communications department unless you choose to or are specifically asked.
• When participating in an in-person or phone interview for a print publication, it is likely that the conversation will be recorded. The reporter may not always inform you of this. If you have any concerns about being recorded, it is important to let the reporter know. Typically, the recording is only for note-taking purposes and will be deleted after the interview.