Defender Network: Study- Americans Making Six-Figures Feel Broke
"Dr. Munir Quddus, a professor of economics at Prairie View A&M University, says the tension reflects shifting expectations. "
Defender Network- Ones to watch: Education (Dr. Melanye Price)
"The following leaders sit at the center of that reckoning. Whether steering universities through heightened state oversight, advocating for Black educators amid systemic upheaval, or governing the state-controlled Houston ISD, each will be closely watched in 2026."
Prairie View A&M University: 2025 Year in Review
PRAIRIE VIEW, Texas (Dec. 22, 2025) - From historic investments and new academic programs to national student wins and faculty excellence, 2025 was a year that moved Prairie View A&M University forward in powerful ways. Opening Doors: New Programs, Facilities, and Innovation 2025 marked a year of bold launches and forward-looking investments designed to expand [...]
PVAMU receives $1.98M state grant to support Texas semiconductor workforce
PVAMU Engineering Complex PRAIRIE VIEW, Texas (Dec. 19, 2025) - Prairie View A&M University is expanding its role in one of Texas’ most critical and fast-growing industries. Governor Greg Abbott has awarded the University a $1.98 million Texas Semiconductor Innovation Fund grant to support a workforce development initiative that prepares students for high-demand [...]
Texas Border Business: $1.98M Texas Semiconductor Innovation Fund Grant Awarded to Prairie View A&M University
“Texas is investing in the workforce of tomorrow today,” said Governor Abbott. “Prairie View A&M University, the second-oldest public higher education institution in Texas, has built an unparalleled reputation for empowering scholars."
Support PVAMU before the year ends!
CYE26 PRAIRIE VIEW, Texas (Dec. 17, 2025) - As the clock counts down to December 31, Prairie View A&M University invites alumni, friends, and supporters to make a meaningful Calendar Year-End gift. This year, we are placing a special focus on supporting our nine dynamic colleges and schools, ensuring they have the resources [...]
PVAMU professor named American Physical Society Fellow
Orion Ciftja, Ph.D. PRAIRIE VIEW, Texas (Dec. 16, 2025) – Prairie View A&M University’s Dr. Orion Ciftja has been elected Fellow of the American Physical Society, nominated by the Forum on Diversity and Inclusion. Dr. Ciftja is a physics professor and interim associate dean of Research for Sciences and Mathematics in the Marvin [...]
Face 2 Face Africa: Alum teaches over 3000 kids cosmetic chemistry to make STEM ‘like home for every learner’
Kristen Wells-Collins, a graduate of Prairie View A&M University, is working hard to interest and guide young girls into the world of chemistry, especially the growing area of cosmetic chemistry.
