News & Updates

Pierce College student finds ‘power’ in adversity

Growing up in a single-parent household filled with drug addiction, poverty and abuse, Raymond Power spent much of his childhood searching for a sense of family that was missing in his own life.

December 5, 2018 4:52 pm

Pierce College alum puts degree to work as owner of Spanaway Fitness

A fan of the movie, “Dodgeball,” David Morley can’t help but compare the friendly gym he owns in Spanaway to “Average Joe’s,” the down-home gym pitted against glitzy rival “Globo Gym” in the wild 2004 Ben Stiller/Vince Vaughn comedy.

November 26, 2018 9:46 am

Raider Volleyball breaks records, heads to championship tournament Nov. 15-18

Raider Volleyball may only have a couple returning sophomores this year, but the young team is on track to break longstanding records after an undefeated regular season.

November 15, 2018 9:23 am

Proud mom of six Pierce College grads teaches math at Puyallup campus

Mother of seven, Puyallup City Councilmember, adjunct math professor at Pierce College, Cynthia Jacobsen could also rightly be called a master juggler. Luckily, she has the energy and enthusiasm to keep up with her demanding schedule.

November 13, 2018 4:09 pm

Community to ‘come together’ in Beatles tribute concert in support of student success

In a special event organized by the Pierce College Poverty Committee, beloved Beatles tribute band Shabby Road will perform in a special concert Nov. 17 in support of students in need.

November 13, 2018 11:30 am

Behind the Badge: Pierce College alumni protect and serve inside the Puyallup Police Department

Officers of the Puyallup Police Department share many traits: commitment to the community, a sense of family and solidarity within the department and a certain pride in their work.

November 9, 2018 12:44 pm

Pierce College announces fall quarter concert series

Pierce College is proud to announce its Fall Quarter 2018 concert series, featuring special performances by talented student musicians.

November 9, 2018 10:43 am

Prepare for an exciting career with Pierce College’s new Crime Analysis and Investigation certificate

With Pierce College’s newest certificate program, graduates will gain the skills to develop exciting careers in criminal justice and beyond.

November 6, 2018 12:06 pm

Pierce College students help kids let off STEAM at Lakewood Computer Clubhouse

student participating in science experiment

You’ve heard of STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics) and the push to get more young people interested in these fields. Add “Arts” to the mix and you have STEAM, the focus of the Lakewood Computer Clubhouse, a free after-school program for

November 5, 2018 5:08 pm

Pierce College ranked top community college for veterans in the state – and No. 4 in the nation

Pierce College is proud to be named Washington’s top two-year college for veterans in a comprehensive annual list by The Military Times.

October 30, 2018 9:50 am