Matthew Pierson - Operations Coordinator

Matt, a native of Fairfield, Connecticut, graduated from Fairfield Prep in 2001.  While a student at Fairfield Prep, Matt was introduce to the Jesuit concept of “being a man for others” and began his involvement in community service projects, including a weekly commitment to Project Learn, an after school program in Bridgeport, CT during his senior year. 

He graduated from Boston College in 2005 with a double major in theology and honors philosophy. While in college, he continued his commitment to service and interned at the Boston Rescue Mission, an addiction recovery and homeless shelter in Boston where he spearheaded a computer literacy program for the residents.  This program, introduced students to basic computer skills in order to leave them with some marketable skills, most importantly the ability to work on their own resumes. 

Although Matt started out in Boston College’s Carroll School of Management, he transferred after his freshman year to the College of Arts and Sciences so that he could pursue what had become a passion.  Namely, he examined the issues that affect our communities through the lens of philosophy and theology. 

Matt has returned to Fairfield Prep where he currently teaches philosophy and remains active in community service and immersion programs.  Matt, formerly a competitive cross country and track runner, was introduced to Coast to Coast: A Run for Survivorship, by Christian and is excited about the opportunity to work together with other young adults and motivate high school students to become involved in learning outside of their daily classroom experiences.