On behalf of the students, faculty, staff and administration, we welcome you to the Fairmont State University and the Pierpont Community & Technical College Web site. As you explore our web pages, you will find a long-standing tradition of quality programs, diverse and comprehensive in nature, that uniquely prepare students for future jobs and careers.

     Our curricular offerings strike a balance between technical and professional programs firmly grounded in the liberal arts and sciences through our general studies curriculum. Further, our location in North-Central West Virginia gives students easy access to many growing high technology companies, as well as FBI and NASA facilities, the Robert C. Byrd National Aerospace Education Center, and the Center for Workforce Education.

     Ours is a stimulating and exciting environment in which students can prepare for the workforce needs of the 21st century. We know you will find, as we have, that Fairmont State is an extremely friendly place characterized by a deep sense of community. Classes are small and taught by a dedicated and caring faculty who work with students as individuals. You won't just be a number here. Please contact us if you would like to receive additional information or make arrangements to visit our campus. Please get to know us better, beginning with an introduction to the President's Cabinet.

     We invite you to return often as we intend our web site to be a dynamic and interesting place that in the future will simplify and enrich your life.