Miguel angel Pecho Kinson Miguel angel Pecho Kinson Hometown: Malabo, Equatorial Guinea Degree: Bachelor of Business Administration in Management Information Systems Are you a first-generation college student? If so, what does that mean to you? Yes, I am a first-generation college student. This achievement holds immense significance for me and my family. It
Christina Hastings ‘17 In a field with a severe underrepresentation of Black women, Christina Hastings ‘17 is not your typical engineer. While Prairie View A&M University has garnered a reputation as a leading producer of African American engineers, with the success of programs like the five-year BS/MS tract, the field remains largely dominated
In my family, education is foundational. Howard University, University of the District of Columbia, South Carolina State University, Alabama A&M University, North Carolina Central University, and now Prairie View A&M University: HBCUs have always been at the forefront of how we pursue further education. From a young age, my parents have always instilled in me
Prairie View A&M University senior Wend-Toe Congo’s name, “Nothing is impossible to God” in Mooré, is apt. The wife and mom of two has a bachelor’s in economics management already under her belt, and she’ll add a bachelor’s in accounting when she graduates from PVAMU this week. This, while already planning to pursue her master’s
From the vibrant streets of Kingston, Jamaica, to the distinguished halls of Prairie View A&M University, soon-to-be Dr. Sh-Shanna Ellington’s story is one of resilience, service, and boundless ambition. This week, she becomes the first in her family to earn a PhD, a milestone that represents more than personal achievement—it’s a beacon of hope for
Photo credit: @Bailey.Photography_ My name is Akela Woodard-Mardis, and I am a proud alum of Prairie View A&M University. I earned my bachelor’s degree in criminal justice in 2022, and on December 13, 2024, I will graduate from Prairie View A&M with my master’s degree in juvenile justice. My journey has not been
PRAIRIE VIEW, Texas - Prairie View A&M University is on the cusp of a historic moment as it prepares to celebrate the largest graduating class of doctoral students in the University’s nearly 150-year existence. Sixteen students will walk across the stage at PVAMU’s 113th Summer Commencement on Aug. 10, earning their doctorates. Almost 300 other
PRAIRIE VIEW, Texas - Arianna Williams is different from your typical college graduate. At just 19 years old, she is set to graduate from Prairie View A&M University with a Bachelor of Business Administration Degree in Management, completing her college education in less than four years. Not only that – she is a first-generation college
PRAIRIE VIEW, Texas - Carterica Clark, a proud native of Shreveport, Louisiana, has carved out an inspiring path for herself as a first-generation college student. All set to receive a bachelor's degree in business management from Prairie View A&M University, Carterica will soon begin her new career at Cintas, which was recently named Fortune’s 2024
Marion Gibson '24 PRAIRIE VIEW, Texas - Marion Gibson wears the title of a first-generation college graduate with honors. Her childhood years growing up in poverty in Houston were her motivation to go to college and break the generational curse. “I was determined to put some respect on my family’s legacy,” she said.