Annual Notification: All career and technical education courses and programs are offered at Pierpont regardless of race, color, national origin, gender, or disability.

Learning takes place in many ways beyond the classroom experience. Pierpont Community & Technical College encourages students to take advantage of the wide variety of academic, cultural, and social opportunities that the College offers. For example, new students are offered a “Welcome Week”, and Orientation experience, specifically designed to orient new students to college life in general. The goal of Welcome Week, and Orientation is to help students navigate concerns or issues that may arise while also letting them to become familiar with the campus environment and the support services offered by the college. Additional support services are listed below.

Advising System

advise@pierpont.edu

Students are assigned academic advisors shortly after enrollment at Pierpont Community and Technical College. Students wanting to change their major must fill out a change of major form. Students will then be referred to their major departments to have a new advisor assigned. Students should discuss problems relating to degree requirements, pre-registration, registration, and withdrawals from class or college with their advisors and/or with Student Services.

Bookstore and Textbook Information

Pierpont’s Bookstore, in collaboration with Follet, offers both new and used textbooks, supplies, various technology, and apparel for purchase. The bookstore also provides a textbook rental program for select titles, along with digital format books when available. Students may charge their textbooks and supplies to their student account and may also order textbooks, clothing, and supplies online through our website. Please visit www.pierpont.edu, click on ‘Current Students’ and then ‘Bookstore’ for additional information.

Career Services

Mission Statement:

The Career Services Office at Pierpont Community and Technical College is dedicated to supporting students and alumni as they explore, plan, and achieve their career goals. Whether you’re just beginning your academic journey, preparing for an internship, or ready to enter the workforce, our Career Services Counselor / Navigator is here to assist. Our personalized services are designed to help you gain the skills, experience, and confidence to succeed in today’s competitive job market.

Students who engage with the Career Services Center will be better equipped to:

1. Identify personal strengths, interests, values, and skills through career assessments to help clarify career goals

2. Create a professional job search profile through resumes, cover letters, and an online presence that effectively highlight your relevant qualifications

3. Execute effective job search strategies using job search resources, such as industry-specific platforms and job boards such as LinkedIn™ and Handshake.™

4. Present themselves professionally in interview techniques across various formats

5. Build and leverage professional networks through job fairs, networking events, and college/employer connections

6. Demonstrate workplace readiness and career management skills

Take advantage of the resources, tools, and personal guidance provided by the Career Services Office to help you launch your career with confidence. Whether you’re just beginning your academic journey or ready to enter the workforce, we’re here to support you in reaching your career goals. Please engage with Career Services early and often during your time at Pierpont. Students are welcome to use the Career Services Office even after they graduate.

Contact:

careerservices@pierpont.edu

Clubs, Honoraries and Social Organizations

studentservices@pierpont.edu

Organized clubs and honorary organizations for the promotion of interests in various academic fields, the recognition of outstanding achievement in various campus activities, and for general social purposes are available for student participation. A list of currently active organizations can be found in the Den within the student portal. Students wishing to organize a new club or organization are highly encouraged to do so and should speak with the Student Involvement Coordinator.

Pierpont Community & Technical College organizations and groups must follow the procedures and guidelines as detailed in the Pierpont student organization handbook. This can be obtained in the Den in the student portal.

Co-Curricular Learning

While “curricular” refers to what happens in the formal academic curriculum, co-curricular programs and activities complement classroom learning and occur outside the formal curriculum. Co-curricular activities complement the college’s general education outcomes and are designed to enhance the overall student learning experience.

All degree programs are encouraged to provide “out of class” experiences so students may connect what they’re learning in the classroom to the greater community and world of work. Such experiences support students’ personal and professional development and help students embody the profile of a Pierpont graduate. Co-curricular learning activities align with the college’s mission and meet one or more of the following outcomes:

Professionalism/Leadership
Teamwork/Collaboration
Cultural Competency
Critical Thinking/Problem-Solving
Social Responsibility
Personal growth and development

Examples of program-sponsored co-curricular activities include, but are certainly not limited to, attendance at guest speaker presentations, site visits to prospective job sites, college or community service projects, and participation in out-of-class study groups or peer tutoring.

The college also offers several opportunities for students to learn and grow beyond the co-curricular offerings of the degree program. Examples of these co-curricular opportunities include, but are not limited to, participating in student organizations, the Student Government Association, and any of the various support services or college-wide opportunities, such as travel opportunities or off-site group recreation activities.

Counseling Services

The Counseling Center provides professional support to all full-time and part-time students at no additional cost. Our trained counseling professionals help students navigate personal and social challenges that can impact their college experience.

When to Seek Support

Many students find it helpful to talk with someone when feeling distressed or when life isn’t going as planned. Common reasons students visit include:

Adjusting to college life or transitioning in or out of college
Managing stress, anxiety, or feeling overwhelmed
Dealing with sadness or depression
Addressing family problems
Exploring identity issues (sexuality, gender, race, religion, disability)
Handling concerns about sexual assault
Managing problems with drug or alcohol use

Benefits of Counseling

Counseling can help you increase self-awareness, maximize your potential, and make your college experience more productive and meaningful.

Confidentiality

All contacts with Counseling Services are held in strict confidence.

How to Schedule an Appointment

Appointments are available in-person or via video. To schedule:

Email: access@pierpont.edu
Phone: (304) 534-7878
In-person: Room 121, Advanced Technology Center

Additional Information

Visit www.pierpont.edu, click on “Current Students,” then select “Counseling Center” from the menu.

Disability Services

Pierpont works closely with students to determine reasonable accommodations that will help students be successful in their schooling. Many students who were under an Individualized Education Plan (IEP) or a 504 Plan during high school will qualify for services, as will many other students who might not have received specialized services during K-12. It is the student’s responsibility to contact the Office of Disability Services to discuss any disability that might interfere with the pursuit of their education and what type of documentation of the disability will be required to provide accommodations for the disability. Approved accommodations are determined on an individual basis. An accommodation letter will be given to the student after the student completes an intake with Disability Services. It is the student’s responsibility to provide her/his instructors with the accommodation letter as soon as possible and discuss the logistics of each accommodation with each instructor to arrange for the most feasible service provision. Instructors are not required to allow any academic accommodations unless the student provides the instructor with a letter from the Office of Disability Services outlining the necessary accommodations. Students must provide their professors with a copy of their accommodation letter each semester in order to receive their accommodations. Appointments may be made by emailing access@pierpont.edu, by telephone (304) 534-7878, or in person in room 121 at the Advanced Technology Center. Additional information may be found on the website at www.pierpont.edu.

Laboratory Preschool

Lori Barrett, Early Childhood Program Coordinator/Laboratory Preschool Director
(304) 367-4848
lelliott1@pierpont.edu

The Early Childhood Education Associate of Applied Science Program provides a preschool program for children aged 3 to 5 years located at Pierpont’s Gaston Caperton Center in Clarksburg, WV. The hours of operation of the Laboratory Preschool class are 8:30am to 3:00pm Monday through Friday. Wraparoud Care is available from 8:00am to 8:30am and from 3:00pm to 4:00pm each day.

The preschool is a licensed center and serves as a model early childhood program training facility. Costs for the Laboratory Preschool can be found on Pierpont’s website at www.pierpont.edu.

Learning Strategies

To help students succeed in their academic pursuits, Pierpont provides help in time-management, organization, note-taking, study skills, test-taking, etc. Additional information can be found on Pierpont’s website at www.pierpont.edu. In-person help is also provided. For more information or to make an appointment with a Learning Strategies counselor email learningstrategies@pierpont.edu, call 304-534-7878, or stop by the Support Services office in room 121 at the Advance Technology Center.

Libraries

Library services are accessible to all students, faculty, and staff. Pierpont participates in the WV Community & Technical College’s online library services. Access is available through our online learning management system, Blackboard. An additional library dedicated to aviation-based training is located at the National Aerospace Education Center (NAEC) at Bridgeport. These libraries function at the heart of the institution’s academic programs and support services that enhance the learning experience. The libraries’ print and electronic holdings are designed to support the curricular needs of the academic program of study offered at both institutions and to encourage intellectual and personal growth.

The libraries provide easy access to over 270,000 items, including books, magazines, journals, newspapers, government documents, compact discs, videos, and other multimedia, and to over 170 electronic databases. Over 70,000 electronic books are available, full-text and online, through the catalog. Subscriptions to over 50,000 journals, magazines, and newspapers are accessible through online databases.

If students and faculty need research materials that are not available in one of the libraries, the items may be requested through Interlibrary Loan, online through the Library Consortium.

In addition, Pierpont has partnered with the Marion County Public Library and the Clarksburg Harrison Public Library, which will provide students access to the library’s resources. (Partnership with Marion County Library and Partnership with Clarksburg Harrison Public Library )

Office of Student Success and Completion

The mission of the Office of Student Success & Completion of Pierpont Community & Technical College is to provide personalized, ongoing intentional interactions with students from orientation through graduation. The Office of Student Success & Completion supports Pierpont students by facilitating student connections with the institutional community, orchestrating cross-campus collaboration, and promoting academic achievement, and dedication to program completion.

The primary goal of the Office of Student Success & Completion is to work with students individually and assist in a success plan that aids in overcoming any barrier to college success. To ensure that students take full advantage of student services and educational opportunities, the Office has implemented a student success program supported through an Early Alert System. The system allows faculty to be proactive, supportive, and involved in facilitating the academic components of student persistence through early detection and intervention of students who are experiencing academic problems. What constitutes an Early Alert?

Poor Attendance
Tardiness
Low Scores On Assignments and/or Test
Not Submitting Homework
Not Logging-In to Blackboard
A Change in Demeanor (Attitude, Behavior, Poor Participation, and Engagement in Class)
Knowledge of Personal Barriers (Death in Family, Finances, etc.)

The Office of Student Success & Completion provides services to students that ensure support for their unique needs. Examples of the support supplied by the Office are success strategies workshops, course registration, connections with campus resources, and personalized ongoing interactions with students by phone, email, individual appointments, and walk-in meetings.

For more information, contact the Director of Student Success & Completion at (304) 367-4854.

Student Activities

Student Services offers a variety of events and activities open to all students. They provide a wide range of opportunities for students to get involved and build interpersonal relationships, all while maintaining a fun and entertaining environment. To stay up-to-date on all that Student Activities has to offer, check your student email, official Pierpont social media, Pierpont’s calendar, or The Den.

Student Government

Raven Thomas
Student Government Association (SGA) Advisor
304-534-7864

Student Government actively seeks to supplement the academic atmosphere with intellectual, cultural, and social activities. Student Government members are involved in all Pierpont Community & Technical College aspects of life on campus and work cooperatively with the college administration.

Every segment of the student body is represented in the Government. Members are elected each spring by the student body and receive special training for their positions. The association comprises a President, Vice President, Secretary, Treasurer, Communication Officer, and Student Senators. The Student Government Association president serves in an advisory capacity on the institutional Board of Governors. The Student Government Association Advisory serves as the advisor to the Student Government Association.

The Student Government meets every week. All general meetings are open to the campus community with executive sessions as needed. Meeting dates, times, and locations are posted in the electronic student newsletter. The Executive Board meets on the off weeks.

Any Pierpont student may work through the Student Government Association to effect a change on campus, whether they are active participants in SGA. Any student may work through the SGA to suggest an institutional improvement or policy or share a concern about an existing policy or practice by attending a meeting or reaching out to the SGA President or SGA Advisor. Students may also reach out to studentgovernment@pierpont.edu for assistance with the process.

Student Health Services

Student Health Services are currently provided by Monongalia Valley Association of Health Centers at 1322 Locust Ave, Fairmont WV. The service is available only to currently enrolled students. Students may visit for any reason that may cause them to seek treatment from their general health care provider at home. For emergencies, call 911.

Tutorial Services

Tutoring is available, free of cost, to all students through Pierpont’s Tutorial Services Center. Students with documented disabilities may be eligible for additional support services. Students are encouraged to request tutoring for extra academic support and especially if they are in danger of failing a class. Each semester, tutoring is available for most required General Education courses and for a variety of others. The center has individual tutoring areas equipped with whiteboards, desks, and computers. Students in good academic standing who would like to serve as paid “peer tutors” must complete an application, complete a tutor training practicum online course, complete other required training, and meet established criteria and standards to qualify as a tutor.

Tutor.com

Tutor.com is an online tutoring service that is available to all currently enrolled students. To access Tutor.com, a student must log into Blackboard and select a course. Tutor.com is located under the “Tools” link. This 24/7 online tutoring service offers live help for a variety of subjects.

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