Opinion| The Importance of African American Studies at PVAMU
There is a popular saying that “the more things change, the more they stay the same.” Scholars and supporters seeking to ensure the continuance of African American Studies programs in America as it approaches its Golden Jubilee celebration surely have a feeling of Deja’ Vu for the following reason. Due to shifting political winds occurring [...]
Judy A. Perkins
Prairie View A&M University’s Google Endowed Professor Judy Perkins, PhD, PE, still uses a book her sister gave her as a child when encouraging students to pursue engineering: “Can I Be an Engineer?” That early gift, along with the support of her mother and mentors, laid the foundation for a lifelong career in transportation engineering [...]
PVAMU Class of 2029 Spotlight: Noah Pumphrey is planting seeds for a healthier future
PRAIRIE VIEW, Texas (Sept. 3, 2025) – Prairie View A&M University incoming freshman Noah Ethen Pumphrey’s interest in public health stemmed from gardening. To grow his garden, Pumphrey joined his high school’s Future Farmers of America (FFA) chapter, where he learned about “food deserts” and the importance of access to healthy, affordable food. “I knew [...]
PVAMU Panthers secure thrilling season opener victory against TSU Tigers
The Prairie View A&M Panthers emerged victorious in a nail-biting collegiate football opener on August 30, 2025, against the Texas Southern Tigers. Both teams clashed at Shell Energy Stadium, where despite an initial weather delay, conditions cleared for what turned into a dramatic evening match up.
RIVALRY MEETS RESEARCH: PVAMU, TSU LAUNCH $2.2M MACHINE LEARNING PROJECT
Together, they’re leading a $2.2 million research project that uses artificial intelligence to speed up the discovery of new materials , a breakthrough with the potential to transform manufacturing and defense technology.
She’s from PVAMU; He’s from TSU: A Labor Day Classic love story born of rivalry
PRAIRIE VIEW, Texas (Aug. 29, 2025) – When Labor Day Classic weekend wraps up and football fans go home, for some, the friendly rivalry will not stop there. The weeklong celebration, hosted by Prairie View A&M University (PVAMU) and Texas Southern University (TSU), has long marked the friendly rivalry between Texas’ two iconic Historically Black [...]
