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Sheleah D. Reed named University Transformation Officer, advancing PVAMU’s strategic vision

PRAIRIE VIEW, Texas (Jan. 28, 2026) - Prairie View A&M University has appointed Sheleah D. Reed as University Transformation Officer within the Division of Strategy and Transformation. Sheleah D. Reed, APR In this role, Reed will report directly to Senior Vice President for Strategy and Transformation Dr. Michael L. McFrazier and will play [...]

PVAMU to resume normal operations Wednesday, Jan. 28

PRAIRIE VIEW, Texas (Jan. 27, 2026) - Prairie View A&M University will resume normal operations on Wednesday, January 28. We appreciate your resilience during this week’s winter storm and remain committed to supporting a safe and orderly return for our campus community. Please review the information provided below as we transition back to on-site instruction [...]

2026-01-27T16:47:26-06:00January 27, 2026|Campus Announcements, Latest News|

PVAMU Panthers announce 2026 football schedule, Homecoming save-the-date

PRAIRIE VIEW, Texas (Jan. 27, 2026) - Prairie View A&M University Athletics officially announced its complete 2026 football schedule, highlighted by a competitive non-conference slate, a full SWAC lineup, and championship aspirations following the Panthers’ 2025 SWAC title run. The 2026 season opens on the road as Prairie View A&M travels to Tarleton State on [...]

2026-01-27T12:19:46-06:00January 27, 2026|Athletics, Events, HBCU News, Latest News, Staff News, Student News|

How PVAMU research is helping make Texas roads safer and stronger

PRAIRIE VIEW, Texas (Jan. 22, 2026) – Prairie View A&M University is contributing to research that aims to improve the safety, durability, and sustainability of Texas roadways, work that affects millions of drivers across the state. Through two statewide studies in partnership with the Texas Department of Transportation, PVAMU researchers are helping shape practical solutions [...]

PVAMU’s Dr. Camille Gibson champions education as a pathway to justice

As a young intern at a juvenile facility in Florida, Camille Gibson noticed something deeply troubling: despite having rehearsed test answers with the boys she tutored, many weren’t even attempting to complete their written exams. The reason? They couldn’t read. ā€œSome of them were in 12th grade, about to graduate. What happened?ā€ Those early observations [...]

This PVAMU senior isn’t just studying the environment; she’s learning how to change it

PRAIRIE VIEW, Texas (Jan. 16, 2026) — At Prairie View A&M University, change often starts in unexpected places, sometimes in a field, collecting soil samples, and sometimes in a student discovering her voice as a scientist. Malani L. Clark For senior Malani Clark, undergraduate research has been more than a requirement. It has [...]

PVAMU launches innovative project to train special education teachers

PRAIRIE VIEW, Texas (Jan. 14, 2026) — Prairie View A&M University is preparing educators to support Texas’ youngest learners. The initiative focuses on training teachers to serve infants and young children with high-intensity needs. Beverly Sande, PhD The effort is led by Dr. Beverly Sande, associate professor in the Whitlowe R. Green College [...]

This PVAMU alum has taught over 3,000 girls about cosmetic science and has now opened a STEM classroom

https://youtu.be/eecxlTEeZMA?si=W7DDfiOyiinZQx5Y Ā  Kristen Wells-Collins ’15 ā€˜18 is inspiring young girls to become chemists. Wells-Collins was raised in an under-resourced community in Beaumont, TX, and said she had limited exposure to science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM),Ā according toĀ her commentary on ā€œThe Jennifer Hudson Show.ā€ However, Wells-Collins went on to pursue aĀ degreeĀ in chemistry atĀ Prairie View A&M University,Ā according [...]

New year brings academic leadership changes across PVAMU colleges, schools

PRAIRIE VIEW, Texas (Jan. 7, 2026) - As Prairie View A&M University enters a new year, several academic units are welcoming new leadership, reflecting continued momentum around student success, academic excellence, and strategic growth across the institution. The leadership changes include the launch of University College, new leadership for the Honors College, and the appointment [...]

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 [...]