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PVAMU’s Top 15 Moments of 2024

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, [...]

PV Grads: Damon Smith

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 [...]

PV Grad earns second bachelor’s degree, on way to master’s

Prairie View A&M University senior Wend-Toe Congo’s name, ā€œNothing is impossible to Godā€ in MoorĆ©, 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 [...]

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Breaking Cycles, Building Futures: This PV Grad is on a journey to inspire change

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 [...]

PV Grads: Akela Woodard-Mardis

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 [...]

PVAMU Alumnus Larry Allen is a shining star in the world of entertainment

PRAIRIE VIEW, Texas (Dec. 2, 2024) - The Prairie View A&M University Marching Storm band is fortunate to have alums who have moved on to prominent roles in the entertainment industry. From musicians and singers to dancers and comedians, the Storm has always been FULL of talent. Larry Allen is one of those talented Storm [...]

PVAMU junior biology major excels in cutting-edge medical research

Sultana (l) and Cole (r) PRAIRIE VIEW, Texas (Nov. 22, 2024) – Anisa Cole, a junior biology major at Prairie View A&M University, is breaking new ground in medical research. Through the University’s Faculty Research and Innovation for Scholarly Excellence (RISE) Program, she is working alongside Dr. Naznin Sultana, a clinical associate professor, [...]

PVAMU hosts national Honors Programs conference, inspiring student excellence, innovation

https://youtu.be/a4ERLX9iWWc?si=P4EhlP2rSf2BfMoa Ā  PRAIRIE VIEW, Texas (Nov. 18, 2024) - Prairie View A&M University proudly hosted the 33rd Annual Conference for the National Association of African American Honors Programs (NAAAHP) earlier this month, drawing student scholars, faculty and professionals from Historically Black Colleges and Universities across the country. The conference theme, ā€œElevating the State of Honors [...]

PVAMU’s new teacher residency program to boost teacher diversity, transform under-resourced classrooms

PRAIRIE VIEW, Texas (Nov. 14, 2024) - Prairie View A&M University is launching an ambitious teacher residency initiative to address a critical need: providing quality educators in hard-to-staff schools while increasing teacher diversity. Through the Panther Teacher Education Residency Model (pantherTERM), PVAMU is set to prepare a new wave of educators ready to make a [...]

PVAMU leads inaugural national infrastructure event

PRAIRIE VIEW, Texas (Nov. 11, 2024) – Prairie View A&M University is excited to announce the first-ever Virtual National Center for Infrastructure Transformation (NCIT) Colloquium, set to take place November 12-14. This first-of-its-kind event will bring together leaders, researchers, and stakeholders from across the infrastructure field to explore NCIT’s groundbreaking research and programs. PVAMU leads [...]