PVAMU receives new grant to help train students in computing to address social issues affecting rural communities

PRAIRIE VIEW, Texas (April 11, 2024) - Prairie View A&M University has received a Responsible Computing Challenge award from the Mozilla Foundation, aimed at developing “curricula that empowers students to think about the social and political context of computing.” Mozilla, most widely known for developing the Firefox browser, has made making the internet a force

PVAMU becomes 33rd recipient of Toni Morrison Society’s Bench by the Road

PRAIRIE VIEW, Texas (March 21, 2024) – In a beautiful celebration of history, courage and the arts, Prairie View A&M University unveiled the prestigious Bench by the Road monument in a rousing program on Tuesday, March 19, 2024, in the Opal Johnson Smith Auditorium. The event marked the beginning of Inauguration Week for PVAMU’s ninth

PVAMU’s ‘I Love My HBCU’ campaign ignites alumni passion, giving

PRAIRIE VIEW, Texas (March 11, 2024) – March is not just another month for Prairie View A&M University; it's a time to celebrate heritage, pride and the enduring legacy of HBCUs nationwide. As part of the national "I Love My HBCU" campaign established by the Thurgood Marshall College Fund in 2014, PVAMU joins the annual

PVAMU receives $1.7M donation from bp America, Shell Energy for establishment of energy trading program

PRAIRIE VIEW, Texas (March 6, 2024) – Today, Prairie View A&M University announced that it had received a combined donation of $1,675,250 from bp America (NYSE: BP) and Shell Energy North America (US) L.P. (“Shell Energy”) to support the establishment of a dedicated energy trading program in its College of Business. The funding and development

On the Road to Success: PVAMU students recognized by U.S. Department of Transportation

PRAIRIE VIEW, Texas (February 28, 2024) — Against the vibrant backdrop of Washington DC, at the 103rd Transportation Research Board annual meeting, three Prairie View A&M University students were honored as recipients of the esteemed U.S. Department of Transportation Federal Highway Administration Dwight David Eisenhower Transportation Fellowship Program grant. (L-R) Manuela Angunu Micha Nchama, Trinity Wiley Embarking

Empowering Innovation: PVAMU debuts Blackstone LaunchPad to support next generation of entrepreneurs, professionals

PRAIRIE VIEW, Texas (Feb. 15, 2024) – On Feb. 12, Prairie View A&M University hosted a groundbreaking event to inaugurate the Blackstone LaunchPad on campus, marking a significant milestone in fostering innovation and entrepreneurship among students and faculty. The event was the culmination of a $10 million commitment across Texas dedicated to entrepreneur success and

PVAMU takes part in USDA-funded poultry sustainability project

PRAIRIE VIEW, Texas (Jan. 23, 2024) — Research has indicated that restricting antibiotics in poultry production can negatively impact bird health, production efficiency, and the environment. With the U.S. being the world’s largest producer of poultry, and considering the Food and Drug Administration’s plan to phase out antibiotic growth promoters in broiler production (chickens raised

PVAMU links up with NASA for groundbreaking precipitation research

PRAIRIE VIEW, Texas (Jan. 8, 2024) — In the ever-evolving landscape of weather and climate science, Prairie View A&M University continues to emerge as a beacon of innovation with a groundbreaking project. Headed by Dr. Ram Ray, a professor in the College of Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources, the University has secured a substantial $499,599 grant

PVAMU’s Top 15 Moments of 2023

PRAIRIE VIEW, Texas (Dec. 22, 2023) - 2023 was a remarkable year for Prairie View A&M University! Here are some of the most significant achievements captured during the past 365 days right here on “The Hill.” Prairie View A&M University achieves the prestigious designation as ‘Innovation and Economic Prosperity University.’ The Association of Public

PVAMU achieves prestigious designation as ‘Innovation and Economic Prosperity University’

PRAIRIE VIEW, Texas (Nov. 20, 2023) – As Texas’ second-oldest public institution of higher education, Prairie View A&M University is deeply rooted in culture and tradition. For over a century, the University has remained steadfast in its commitment to excellence and its mission of teaching, research and service by addressing the diverse needs of its

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