Photo by Michael Thomas PRAIRIE VIEW, Texas (Jan. 23, 2025) - In the early morning hours of Monday, January 20, 2025, our Prairie View A&M University community lost a pioneer, changemaker, and the epitome of a Panther alumnus. Fred Newhouse’s accolades as an Olympian track star are internationally renowned. His service to the [...]
Tomikia LeGrande, EdD President, Prairie View A&M University – Dr. LeGrande is a trailblazer in higher education, leading Prairie View A&M University with vision, innovation, and a focus on community empowerment.
Prairie View A&M University (PVAMU) officially introduced Tremaine Jackson as the new head coach of the Panthers' football team during a press conference held today. Jackson, who arrives with a proven track record of success, is eager to lead the program into a new era of excellence both on and off the field.
2024 was a year to remember at Prairie View A&M University—one filled with hits that struck all the right chords. It was marked by groundbreaking achievements, inspiring milestones and transformative initiatives. From welcoming record-breaking numbers in enrollment and doctoral graduates to unveiling innovative spaces like the Solar Lab, and celebrating remarkable faculty, staff and students, [...]
PRAIRIE VIEW, Texas (Dec. 11, 2024) - The literary world has lost a towering figure in the arts. Nikki Giovanni, Poet, Spoken Word Artist, Activist Nikki Giovanni, one of the most celebrated African American poets and civil rights activists, has died at the age of 81. Ms. Giovanni, born Yolande Cornelia Giovanni Jr., [...]
Prairie View, Texas (Nov. 6, 2024) — Prairie View A&M University is set to honor the achievements of 726 students during its 29th Fall Commencement on December 13-14, 2024. This year’s ceremonies will feature keynote addresses from two prominent leaders in higher education and finance, who are known for their influence in their fields and [...]
During 2024 State Fair Classic week, Prairie View A&M University President Tomikia P. LeGrande made an indelible mark on the Dallas/Fort Worth metroplex, forging new connections and excitement over the University's bright future ahead. Events included a Conversation with the President, a Top Donors Reception, a fireside chat with Paul Quinn College President Michael Sorrell, [...]
PRAIRIE VIEW, Texas (Oct. 3, 2024) – Prairie View A&M University has achieved record-breaking enrollment for the fall 2024 semester, reaching 9,893 students, surpassing the previous high of 9,516 set in 2018. University officials largely credit this significant increase to the new PV Cares initiative, which provides crucial support to undergraduate and graduate students. [...]
Jeff Shaw After a national search led by TM² Executive Search (a subsidiary of the Thurgood Marshall College Fund), in conjunction with a university committee, I am pleased to announce that Mr. Jeff Shaw has been named Vice President for University Advancement, effective November 1, 2024. Mr. Shaw is a seasoned development, alumni relations and non-profit foundation leader [...]
Since 1876, Prairie View A&M University (PVAMU) has provided transformative educational experiences for tens of thousands of students who carry our rich legacy of excellence into the world. When we say, “Excellence lives here,” it is evidenced by our outstanding alumni, our high-quality academic programs and the groundbreaking research we produce. Yet, excellence is not [...]
