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Houston Chronicle: Darius Fulghum wears Prairie View A&M cap and gown to ring, then continues his knockout streak

There aren't a lot of boxers who can say they have aĀ nursing degree likeĀ Darius Fulghum. Perhaps just as few have a knockout streak as long as the 27-year-old Prairie View A&M graduate. Fulghum (9-0, 9 KOs) showed off his college credentials by wearing his Prairie View A&M cap and gown to the ring, then made [...]

Prairie View Alums Partner to Keep ā€œCAWLMā€ with New Animal Clinic in Third Ward

Three Prairie View A&M University alumni have come together to provide animal care for the Third Ward community. CAWLM (4902 San Jacinto St) offers a wide range of services, from grooming and dentistry to surgery and radiology. The doctors sat down with theĀ Forward Times to discuss their clinic, lives, and careers.

2023-11-17T10:43:23-06:00November 17, 2023|Alumni News, PV in the News|

How two Prairie View A&M grads use spoken-word poetry to help their community

On a Sunday evening, as many Houstonians are getting ready for the week, Varion Howard, also known as Se7en the Poet, prepares for his gig at a downtown nightclub, much as he's done for more than 20 years. A middle-school counselor by day, Howard hostsĀ Poetry Lounge Houston, which he founded in 2000 to spotlight Houston's [...]

2023-11-15T16:33:31-06:00November 15, 2023|Alumni News, Latest News, PV in the News|

Los Angeles Times: A celebration of Black military heroism

During World War I, Black soldiers like David Brewerā€™s grandfather were not allowed in combat. Instead, they lugged cargo, dug trenches and buried the dead for the U.S. Army. But as the Western Front continued to churn out the dead, France welcomed a group of Black Americans in 1918 to fight under their countryā€™s banner.

2023-11-15T16:28:07-06:00November 13, 2023|Alumni News, Latest News, PV in the News|

PVAMU Homecoming 2023: A Flashback in Photos

PRAIRIE VIEW, Texas (Nov. 9, 2023) - Set it out! Set it out! Set it out! A great time was had by all who attended Prairie View A&M University's 2023 Homecoming festivities. From Gospel Fest and various academic events, to Super Hump Day and a "Bridgerton"-themed Kings and Queens Coronation, [...]

2023-11-09T12:50:44-06:00November 9, 2023|Alumni News, Events, HBCU News, Latest News, Student Legacy, Student News|

The Endowed Effect

Endowed professors hold a distinctive and revered position within the academic landscape of Prairie View A&M University. These distinguished faculty members embody excellence in teaching, research and service. These endowed positions serve as a testament to the Universityā€™s dedication to intellectual growth, cutting-edge research and the cultivation of exceptional talent. Indeed, endowed professors embody the [...]

Opinion| A Lesson in Democracy: Witnessing the removal of America’s Speaker of the House shows the tremendous impact of voting

Upon making the decision to participate in an internship with the Congressional Black Caucus Foundation, I did not realize that one fateful day, I would have the privilege of experiencing a pivotal moment in American politics. Kevin McCarthy's ousting from his position as Speaker of the House was an event that offered me profound insights [...]

PVAMU Homecoming 2023: A Preview of This Week’s Events

PRAIRIE VIEW, Texas (October 30, 2023) ā€“ Prairie View A&M University is excited to welcome Panthers near and far to Homecoming 2023. This year, we are ā€œSetting it Outā€ with several events hosted by students, University schools and colleges, athletics, alumni and more. Check out our wrap-up below, and be sure to engage with your [...]

2023-10-31T14:22:25-05:00October 30, 2023|Alumni News, Events, HBCU News, Latest News, Student Affairs, Student News|

PVAMU Marching Storm alumnus finds bright lights on Broadway

Photo courtesy: Travis J. Higgins PRAIRIE VIEW, Texas (Oct. 11, 2023) - Music performance can be an extremely challenging major at any university. Still, Travis J. Higgins '16, a graduate of the Department of Music at Prairie View A&M University and the Marching Storm band, has taken every opportunity to establish himself as [...]

New project at PVAMU delves into space research, unique career opportunities

Richard Wilkins, Ph.D. PRAIRIE VIEW, Texas (Oct. 6, 2023) - Prairie View A&M University faculty members, Dr. Richard Wilkins, a professor in the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering, and Dr. Merlyn X. Pulikkathara ā€˜04, an assistant professor in the Department of Chemistry and Physics, have been awarded a $1.2 million grant with [...]