In 2020, when the COVID-19 pandemic began, many students had to make the difficult decision between staying in school and supporting their families. One such student was Vitaly Bravo Urrutia. Vitaly put his Pierce College education on hold to work whatever jobs he could find to help his mother pay rent, put food on the […]
Pierce College’s Director of International Education selected for AIEA Presidential Fellowship
Pierce College’s Executive Director of International Education Cindy Schaarschmidt has been named a 2024-2025 Association of International Education Administrators (AIEA) Presidential Fellow. “It’s an honor to be selected for the AIEA presidential fellowship program,” Schaarschmidt said. “I look forward to working alongside such an accomplished group of fellow international education leaders this year and learning […]
From the classroom to the community, this Pierce College student is using his education for good
Pierce College’s Criminal Justice program prepares students for the rigors and responsibilities of these demanding careers. From traditional classroom instruction to “in-the-field” internship opportunities, criminal justice students at Pierce College will receive the balanced training, experience and connections they need to begin a rewarding career in the legal system. One such student is Davon Gray, […]
Pierce College announces new paramedic certificate in Emergency Medical Services program
Pierce College is proud to announce the introduction of a new paramedic certificate in our Emergency Medical Services program. For over 30 years, the Emergency Medical Services program at Pierce College Fort Steilacoom has provided students with the necessary education and training to be successful in the field. From firefighters to EMTs, our students […]
Pierce College student turns class project into successful non-profit
As part of the coursework for Management 283 or Principles of Management, Dr. Paul Gerhardt asks his students to come up with a business plan for a non-profit organization. For Shatone Martin, the class project had perfect timing. “I went to my teammates and said: I actually have this idea, and I want to […]
New trustee, Lauren Adler, appointed to Pierce College Board
Lauren Adler, a former Pierce College student, lifetime resident of Puyallup and accomplished government affairs leader, is proud to join Pierce College’s Board of Trustees. A former President of the Associated Student Body of the Puyallup campus, Adler attended Pierce College from 2010 until 2012. Since then, Adler has established herself as a transformational […]
A Statement of Pride from Pierce College
Happy Pride, Raiders! Pierce College is dedicated to ensuring everyone in our community feels valued, respected and inspired to achieve their goals. We provide a brave space for Black, Indigenous, Persons of Color (BIPOC), LGBTQIA2S+/QTPOC, students with disabilities, and all students and staff to seek refuge, and an opportunity for them to cultivate their […]
My Success: how one Pierce College alumna got her degree at her own pace
When Vanessa Garcia was preparing to graduate from Challenger High School in 2018, she wasn’t sure if she wanted to start college immediately or focus on getting work experience. A counselor at her school advised her to take just one class to get a jump start on her education. Pierce College was the most […]
Student Media publication, The Pinnacle, brings home Best in Show honors from the Associated Collegiate Press
In its first year back in production since the COVID-19 pandemic began, Pierce College’s student media publication, The Pinnacle, brought home two “best in show” awards from the Associated Collegiate Press conference. Over 500 universities and community colleges from across the nation attend the ACP conference and compete for their publications to be recognized by […]