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First-Gen Forward: William McPhail Jr. is repurposing sacrifice into triumph

William McPhail Jr. PRAIRIE VIEW, Texas (April 17, 2024) - Some people take years to find their purpose, the thing that gives them direction and meaning. But others, like William McPhail Jr., are born with a veil, gifted with the vision to see their destiny from day one. ā€œI have always been interested [...]

Opinion| Empowering Women in Law Enforcement

I have been in public service for over 30 years, and female representation in policing has been a topic of conversation since I engaged in the field. As one of the few women in the early and mid-2000s at my agency, I often would have schools, colleges, and various organizations ask me to come and [...]

2024-03-08T12:52:57-06:00March 8, 2024|College of Juvenile Justice, Faculty News, Opinions|

PVAMU’s new dean of College of Juvenile Justice to begin role this June

Dr. Kareem Jordan I am pleased to announce that Dr. Kareem Jordan has been named Dean of the College of Juvenile Justice (COJJ) effective June 1, 2024, pending Texas A&M University System Board approval. An experienced leader in higher education, Dr. Jordan currently serves as Director of Diversity & Inclusion in the School [...]

PV Grad Sade S. Vega: A Tribute to a Mother’s Enduring Life and Love

PRAIRIE VIEW, Texas (Dec. 5, 2023) - Sade S. Vega remembers her high school commencement ceremony as a joyous and solemn occasion. As she scanned the crowd and saw all the familiar faces smiling back and cheering her name, she couldn't help but notice that one person was missing. "My mother's absence was deeply felt. [...]

ā€˜Road Map to Law Schoolā€™ paves way for new opportunities for PVAMU students

PRAIRIE VIEW, Texas (Oct. 20, 2023) - The Don K. Clark Building Auditorium at Prairie View A&M University was bustling with students and various panelists for the first-ever Center for Careers and Professional Development Road Map to Law School event. Students whispered in anticipation about what to expect and why they needed an occasion like [...]

PVAMU hosts panel discussion on childhood trauma, incarceration, healing

https://www.youtube.com/live/Gf9D3-reOYU?si=YfaagEiKRCfQPRgD Ā  PRAIRIE VIEW, Texas (Oct. 10, 2023) ā€“ The Texas Juvenile Crime Prevention Center at Prairie View A&M University recently convened a significant panel discussion titled "Living Beyond Childhood Trauma and Incarceration." This event focused on critical issues surrounding childhood trauma, incarceration and the path to healing. The Panelists The panel featured distinguished guests [...]

Securing the Future: PVAMU launches interdisciplinary cybersecurity minor

PRAIRIE VIEW, Texas (Aug. 28, 2023) ā€“ The world has seen record-high reports of data breaches and identity fraud in recent years, further exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic. In response to the increasing threats in the U.S. and worldwide, Prairie View A&M University has launched an interdisciplinary cybersecurity minor that is open to all majors. [...]

Police the YOUth: PVAMU Ph.D. candidate’s new book hopes to improve connectedness between police officers, Black youth

PRAIRIE VIEW, Texas (Aug. 4, 2023) - The viral video of the murder of George Floyd by police officers compelled millions of protestors to the streets during the summer of 2020. For some, the disturbing incident shocked them into action; for others, it was another reminder of the racial bias and inequities that often lead [...]

PV Grads: Zian Richmond is on the fast track to a career in law

PRAIRIE VIEW, Texas (May 10, 2023) ā€“ Zian Richmondā€™s interest in the legal field sparked in high school. The Fort Worth native and graduating senior even took law classes as a high school student, cementing her decision to pursue a career as a lawyer. Richmond said when it came time for college, ā€œI decided to [...]

Eurasia Review News & Analysis: Houston We Have A Problem In The Harris County Jail: A Call To Address The Root Causes ā€“ OpEd

With almost 10,000 persons in the Harris County jail and 40 deaths over the last two years, jail overcrowding and deaths are a major concern and highlights the larger problems ofĀ jail dysfunction. The overcrowding of jails can lead to a lack of adequate space and resources for inmates, which can result in inhumane conditions and [...]

2023-06-21T14:30:38-05:00April 12, 2023|College of Juvenile Justice, PV in the News|