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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 Kristen Wells-Collins ’15 ‘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), according to her commentary on “The Jennifer Hudson Show.” However, Wells-Collins went on to pursue a degree in chemistry at Prairie View A&M University, according [...]

Shilo2026-03-23T10:37:13-05:00January 12, 2026|Alumni News, Brailsford College of Arts & Sciences, HBCU News, Latest News, PV in the News, Student News, University Advancement|

Miami Herald: HBCU coach says recruiting 18-year-olds isn’t recipe for success

HBCU football and Tremaine Jackson were again at the center of a national conversation after the Prairie View A&M head coach doubled down on his transfer-first philosophy.

lswallace2026-01-12T13:34:39-06:00January 11, 2026|Athletic Sport, Athletics, PV in the News|

Black Enterprise: The Not-So-Shocking Reasons Why 60% Of High School Students Aren’t Considering HBCUs

"An HBCU may be the best choice. If a student wants to be a doctor, enrolling in Xavier University of Louisiana and Prairie View A&M University in Texas makes sense as they rank among the 10 producers of Black doctors compared to all U.S. institutions, according to BET. "

lswallace2026-01-09T14:59:02-06:00January 9, 2026|PV in the News|

Defender Network: Prairie View gambled on Tremaine Jackson — and it’s paying off

"Last January, Jackson was introduced as the Panthers’ new coach. Within in seconds of his introduction, Jackson told the media and alumni in attendance of his immediate plan to the SWAC West, SWAC Championship, and then onto Atlanta for the Celebration Bowl."

lswallace2026-01-09T15:23:35-06:00January 8, 2026|PV in the News|

Houston Style Magazine: 2026 MLK Unity Parade: One City. One Dream. One Powerful March Forward

"The Black Heritage Society, Inc. is working to secure vital resources, including transportation and meals for the beloved Prairie View A&M University Band—a crowd favorite whose presence elevates the parade experience for thousands."

lswallace2026-01-09T15:16:22-06:00January 6, 2026|Academic Affairs, PV in the News|

Defender Network: Study- Americans Making Six-Figures Feel Broke

"Dr. Munir Quddus, a professor of economics at Prairie View A&M University, says the tension reflects shifting expectations. "

lswallace2026-01-08T12:53:47-06:00January 6, 2026|College of Business, PV in the News|

Defender Network- Ones to watch: Education (Dr. Melanye Price)

"The following leaders sit at the center of that reckoning. Whether steering universities through heightened state oversight, advocating for Black educators amid systemic upheaval, or governing the state-controlled Houston ISD, each will be closely watched in 2026."

lswallace2026-01-09T11:34:40-06:00January 1, 2026|Brailsford College of Arts & Sciences, Endowed Professors, Faculty News, PV in the News, R.J.S. Center for Race and Justice|

PVAMU receives $1.98M state grant to support Texas semiconductor workforce

PVAMU Engineering Complex PRAIRIE VIEW, Texas (Dec. 19, 2025) - Prairie View A&M University is expanding its role in one of Texas’ most critical and fast-growing industries. Governor Greg Abbott has awarded the University a $1.98 million Texas Semiconductor Innovation Fund grant to support a workforce development initiative that prepares students for high-demand [...]

Shilo2025-12-19T10:15:12-06:00December 19, 2025|HBCU News, Latest News, Philanthropy, PV in the News, Research and Innovation, Roy G. Perry College of Engineering|

Texas Border Business: $1.98M Texas Semiconductor Innovation Fund Grant Awarded to Prairie View A&M University

“Texas is investing in the workforce of tomorrow today,” said Governor Abbott. “Prairie View A&M University, the second-oldest public higher education institution in Texas, has built an unparalleled reputation for empowering scholars."

lswallace2026-01-08T12:56:24-06:00December 18, 2025|PV in the News, Research and Innovation, Roy G. Perry College of Engineering|

PVAMU professor named American Physical Society Fellow

Orion Ciftja, Ph.D. PRAIRIE VIEW, Texas (Dec. 16, 2025) – Prairie View A&M University’s Dr. Orion Ciftja has been elected Fellow of the American Physical Society, nominated by the Forum on Diversity and Inclusion. Dr. Ciftja is a physics professor and interim associate dean of Research for Sciences and Mathematics in the Marvin [...]

Shilo2026-01-07T16:15:28-06:00December 16, 2025|Brailsford College of Arts & Sciences, Faculty News, Latest News, PV in the News, Research and Innovation, Staff News|