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Final Chapter of a Sisterhood Legacy: Last of Four Sisters Graduate from PVAMU

All four Holland sisters have attended Prairie View A&M University, and as Charity R. Holland ā€˜23 graduates this May with her younger sister Mageste’, their unique legacy is a part of campus. Charity R. Holland ā€˜23 '25 ā€œPV has become more than just a school to us — it’s a part of our [...]

PVAMU ANNOUNCES OUTSPOKEN AWARD-WINNING ESPN JOURNALIST AS SPRING COMMENCEMENT SPEAKER

PVAMU ANNOUNCES OUTSPOKEN AWARD-WINNING ESPN JOURNALIST AND DISTINGUISHED ACADEMIC AS SPRING COMMENCEMENT SPEAKERS

World-Renowned Architect Sir David Adjaye visits PVAMU for inspiring lecture

PRAIRIE VIEW, Texas (April 25, 2025) — The School of Architecture at Prairie View A&M University proudly welcomed Sir David Adjaye OM OBE for a distinguished guest lecture earlier this month. The auditorium of the school’s building was filled with students, faculty, and guests eager to engage with one of the most influential figures [...]

PVAMU Faculty PROfiles: How Professor Ann Johnson ’91 Inspires the Next Generation of Artists

PRAIRIE VIEW, Texas (March 21, 2025) – For Ann Johnson '91, art has always been more than just a creative outlet—it’s a way of life. A longtime art professor at Prairie View A&M University (PVAMU), Johnson describes art as ā€œfreedom.ā€ ā€œThere is a freedom—a freedom of expression—and a power for others to view and think [...]

Trailblazing Women of PVAMU: Educating, Inspiring, and Shaping Generations

In celebration of Women’s History Month, Prairie View A&M University honors four extraordinary women whose dedication to education has not only transformed ā€œThe Hillā€ but has also inspired countless generations of students. Each of these women has spent decades breaking barriers, leading with excellence, and shaping the future of their fields. From mathematics and architecture [...]

Introducing PVAMU’s AI+HPB Lab: Creating a More Sustainable Built Environment

Students are collecting various lighting information to create a dataset that is later analyzed using computer science methods. PRAIRIE VIEW, Texas (Feb. 27, 2025) – In an era where sustainability is a growing priority, the Artificial Intelligence for High-Performance Buildings (AI+HPB) Lab at Prairie View A&M University is leading the charge in [...]

New research at PVAMU to help build equitable, sustainable future for Gulf Coast region

PRAIRIE VIEW, Texas (Jan. 27, 2025) – According to Census records, over 16 million people live in the Gulf of Mexico region, which includes counties in Texas, Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama, Georgia, and western Florida. At the same time, this area is home to multifaceted and complex challenges typically widely triggered by natural disasters. Enter the [...]

PVAMU’S FALL 2024 GRADUATES INSPIRED BY TWO TRAILBLAZING WOMEN LEADERS AT COMMENCEMENT CEREMONIES

PRAIRIE VIEW, Texas (December 16, 2024) - Prairie View A&M University proudly celebrated its 29th Fall Commencement ceremonies, honoring the achievements of its graduates. The events took place at the William ā€œBillyā€ J. Nicks, Sr. Building (Baby Dome) and featured two distinguished speakers who are leaders in their respective fields.Ā 

PVAMU Professors, Students Dominate Media During 2024 Election Coverage

The 2024 election season was marked by intense and dynamic events, and Prairie View A&M University stood out as a major source of expertise and timely commentary. Our faculty and students were at the forefront, providing insightful analysis from the perspective of one of the state’s leading Historically Black Colleges and Universities.Ā  Dr. William [...]