The PEN | Pierce College District

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The Pierce Employee Newsletter (PEN) is for faculty and staff to learn of events and activities in the College.

Have a suggestion for an article or want to provide feedback? Contact Kate Frerichs, Communications and Public Relations Specialist.

The City of Puyallup celebrates Pierce during College Appreciation Week

City of Puyallup College Appreciation Week Oct. 2-7

The City of Puyallup is celebrating Pierce College's contribution to the community during a special series of events during College Appreciation Week, happening October 2-7, 2023.

Sep 21, 2023 12:14 pm

Pierce College Board of Trustees Announces Selection of Next Chancellor and CEO

The Pierce College Board of Trustees has selected Dr. Julie A. Manley White as the next chancellor and CEO of Pierce College District.

Nov 09, 2022 3:34 pm

Pierce College names three finalists in nationwide search for next chancellor

The Pierce College Board of Trustees is pleased to announce the selection of three finalists for the Chancellor and CEO position at Pierce College.

Sep 30, 2022 12:38 pm

Pierce College celebrates grand opening of Glacier Building on Wednesday, Sept. 28

Glacier Building at Pierce College Fort Steilacoom

Pierce College is proud to announce the grand opening celebration of our newest academic building on Wednesday, Sept. 28 at 4:30 p.m.

Sep 23, 2022 3:54 pm

Pierce College Scholarship Scramble tees off Aug. 18

Pierce College Scholarship Scramble, Aug. 18, 2022 at Eagle's Pride Golf Course

Pierce College Foundation’s 29th Annual Scholarship Scramble golf tournament is happening Aug. 18, 2022, at Eagle’s Pride Golf Course in DuPont.

Jul 22, 2022 9:43 am

Pierce College kinesiology alum paves the way to success

When Jerad Lewis enrolled at Pierce College in 2017, he had been out of school for more than seven years.

Jul 06, 2022 4:33 pm

Pierce College launches Bachelor of Applied Science in Construction Management this fall

Four construction professionals in hard hats

Pierce College is proud to announce the launch of its sixth bachelor of applied science degree this fall.

Jul 06, 2022 4:24 pm

Pierce College launches nationwide search for next chancellor

Pierce College Chancellor Michele L. Johnson, Ph.D., will be retiring at the end of 2022 after a distinguished 45-year career of teaching and leadership, including 17 years as chancellor/CEO of Pierce College District.

Jul 01, 2022 12:17 pm

Pierce College EDI CARES Empowers Youth through Innovative Summer Engagement Camps

Three high school students attending a summer camp

Pierce College EDI CARES launched six different culturally empowering summer camps to meet the needs of high school age youth in Pierce County in 2021, and is offering more camps in summer 2022.

May 17, 2022 2:32 pm

Pierce College receives national recognition for excellence in marketing and communications

Find success this fall at pierce college

Pierce College’s Marketing and Communications team recently received recognition from the National Council for Marketing and Public Relations (NCMPR) Paragon Awards competition.

May 13, 2022 9:52 am

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