PVAMU’s Jaquavous Doucette reflects on leadership, advocacy, serving across Texas
Jaquavous Doucette, a graduating senior in communications at Prairie View A&M University, shares his journey as Student Regent for The Texas A&M University System and PVAMU’s Student Government Association President. From learning to lead without a title to advocating for students across Texas, he reflects on the experiences that shaped his leadership, the realities
PVAMU among 15 HBCUs launching national research coalition
WASHINGTON, DC (Apr. 29, 2026) - Fifteen Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs), including Prairie View A&M University, today launched the Association of HBCU Research Institutions (AHRI), a national coalition designed to accelerate world-class research, expand institutional capacity, and elevate HBCU leadership in addressing society’s most pressing challenges. The organization will elevate the contributions
The Houston Defender: Prairie View A&M University President Tomikia LeGrande sets sights on student success
Before she ever stepped into a university president’s office, Dr. Tomikia LeGrande understood something about power that does not show up on résumés. It lived in the soil.
This Week on The Hill: Leadership and Conversations
This week on The Hill, Prairie View A&M University brought the community together for impactful conversations centered on leadership, identity, and personal growth. Students and guests were inspired by Stedman Graham’s message on self-leadership and purpose. The President’s Lecture Series also welcomed ESPN commentator Tiffany Greene for an engaging and insightful discussion. Together, these events
This Week at PVAMU: Leadership and Conversations on The Hill
PRAIRIE VIEW, Texas (April 6, 2026) – Prairie View A&M University is hosting two exciting events this week designed to inspire, educate, and connect students and the community with leaders making a difference. Hear from Stedman Graham Stedman Graham, photo courtesy of Hachette Book Group On Tuesday, April 7, at 11 a.m.
Inspiring Faculty: Dr. Quincy C. Moore III
What does it mean to lead with purpose in higher education? Dr. Quincy C. Moore III, Dean of the Honors College at Prairie View A&M University, is doing just that: guiding high-achieving students through research, leadership, and transformative learning experiences. As part of our Inspiring Faculty series, get to know the vision behind the Honors
PVAMU’s Presidential Scholarship Gala raises nearly $1.1 million in record night
PRAIRIE VIEW, Texas (March 23, 2026) - Prairie View A&M University’s 2026 Presidential Scholarship Gala, held Saturday, March 21, delivered an unprecedented evening, raising nearly $1.1 million in support of student scholarships. Hosted at The Woodlands Waterway Marriott Hotel and Convention Center, the annual gala carried the theme “Investing in Brilliance,” highlighting the University’s
Two trailblazing leaders to address PVAMU’s spring Class of 2026
PRAIRIE VIEW, Texas (March 19, 2026) — Prairie View A&M University has announced the distinguished speakers for its 144th Spring Commencement ceremonies, scheduled for May 8–9, 2026, in the William “Billy” J. Nicks, Sr. Building (Baby Dome). The ceremonies will celebrate nearly 1,000 undergraduate and graduate candidates in a formal setting, recognizing their academic achievements
PVAMU appoints Trazanna Moreno as Associate Vice President for Marketing and Communications
Trazanna Moreno, APR, CFRE PRAIRIE VIEW, Texas (Feb. 11, 2026) – Prairie View A&M University President Tomikia P. LeGrande, Ed.D., has announced the appointment of Trazanna Moreno as the University’s Associate Vice President for Marketing and Communications, effective March 1, 2026. “This newly created, cabinet-level position reflects our commitment to elevating how Prairie