Joel B. Thornton, MSOM, MSIS, CPA Dear Prairie View A&M University Community, I am pleased to announce the appointment of Joel B. Thornton, MSOM, MSIS, CPA, as the inaugural Dean of Libraries at Prairie View A&M University, effective October 20, 2025. This historic appointment reflects the University’s commitment to elevating the role of the Libraries in advancing [...]
HOUSTON – At NRG Stadium, the vibrant culture and deep-rooted traditions of Historically Black College and University (HBCU) marching bands took center stage during the 2025 Pepsi National Battle of the Bands Saturday evening. The event celebrates the rich heritage of HBCU band culture—an integral part of Black art and music.
J. Robert “Bob” McKee PRAIRIE VIEW, Texas (Aug. 22, 2025) – Prairie View A&M University (PVAMU) President Tomikia P. LeGrande announced today that J. Robert “Bob” McKee has been appointed Senior Vice President for Business Affairs and Chief Financial Officer, effective September 8, 2025. McKee brings to PVAMU a distinguished career spanning more [...]
PRAIRIE VIEW, Texas (Aug. 21, 2025) – Every year, Prairie View A&M University takes a moment to celebrate the people who bring its mission to life—those who teach, research, advise, and support students with dedication, creativity, and care. This year was no different. During the 2025 Faculty and Staff Awards Recognition Luncheon, held as [...]
PRAIRIE VIEW, Texas (Aug. 19, 2025) – Students, both current and former, fondly refer to Prairie View A&M as “The Hill,” a place where they’ve overcome challenges, grown personally, built lifelong friendships, and crossed the graduation stage reflecting on how far they've come and how high they've climbed. For former student Paul Gerke, reaching the [...]
PRAIRIE VIEW, Texas (Aug. 18, 2025) – The countdown is on for one of Houston’s most anticipated traditions, the 2025 Labor Day Classic between Prairie View A&M University and Texas Southern University. The game is set for Saturday, Aug. 30, at Shell Energy Stadium, with Texas Southern serving as this year’s host. This year’s matchup [...]
PRAIRIE VIEW, Texas (Aug. 14, 2025) – The countdown is on for one of Prairie View A&M University’s most anticipated traditions: Panther Camp! From Aug. 18 to 22, incoming freshmen and transfer students will participate in a week designed to jumpstart their college experience, build connections, and embrace Panther pride. Move-In and Check-In Freshman move-in [...]
Prairie View A&M University is a first-class institution, home to ten colleges and schools, offering 39 bachelor’s, 34 master’s, and five doctoral degrees. With nationally acclaimed programs and groundbreaking research that span the globe, even at the undergraduate level, Prairie View A&M doesn’t just offer academic excellence; It sets the standard. Beyond the classroom, there’s [...]
