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PVAMU College of Engineering Recruitment Team Makes Strides at KIPP Sunnyside High School

In a remarkable display of dedication and teamwork, the Prairie View A&M University (PVAMU) College of Engineering Recruitment and Retention Committee, Dr. Dada, Dr. Olanrewaju, Dr. McIntyre and Dr. Shamim, celebrated a resounding success at their recent recruiting event held at KIPP Sunnyside High School. The event, which aimed to engage with students and [...]

PVAMU College of Engineering Recruitment Team Makes Strides at KIPP Sunnyside High School2024-05-24T16:43:04-05:00

#1 Best College for Mechanical Engineering – Prairie View A&M University

"The Roy G. Perry College of Engineering at Prairie View A&M University has been recognized as the Best College for Mechanical Engineering in Texas for the second consecutive year by CampusReel. Out of 22 programs reviewed, Prairie View A&M University stood out as the top choice for mechanical engineering education in the state based [...]

#1 Best College for Mechanical Engineering – Prairie View A&M University2024-05-30T14:50:54-05:00

Prairie View A&M University #1 Top 5 HBCUs for Engineering

Prairie View A&M University's Roy G. Perry College of Engineering Tops List of Top 5 HBCUs for Engineering In a recent report by Best Colleges, Prairie View A&M University has emerged as a leader among Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) for engineering education.  The Roy G. Perry College of Engineering at Prairie View [...]

Prairie View A&M University #1 Top 5 HBCUs for Engineering2024-05-24T16:57:28-05:00

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

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 for good its mission. Through its [...]

PVAMU receives new grant to help train students in computing to address social issues affecting rural communities2024-05-30T16:04:53-05:00

Remembering Dr. Richard Wilkins, dedicated faculty member of 33 years

Dear PVAMU Family, It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of Dr. Richard Wilkins, an esteemed faculty member of the Electrical and Computer Engineering Department and Associate Dean of Research for the College of Engineering. Dr. Wilkins dedicated 33 years of service to the College of Engineering at Prairie View A&M University, leaving an [...]

Remembering Dr. Richard Wilkins, dedicated faculty member of 33 years2024-03-07T12:14:56-06:00

Celebrating Women in Power: PVAMU to Host The Inaugural Women in Leadership Conference

Prairie View A&M University is proud to announce The Inaugural Women in Leadership Conference 2024, scheduled to take place during Women’s History Month, March 6-7. Hosted by the Roy G. Perry College of Engineering, the conference, titled “Women Leading the Way: Imagine the Possibilities,” is set to be a groundbreaking event that aims to empower and uplift [...]

Celebrating Women in Power: PVAMU to Host The Inaugural Women in Leadership Conference2024-03-05T15:46:01-06:00

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

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.

On the Road to Success: PVAMU students recognized by U.S. Department of Transportation2024-02-28T15:23:36-06:00

The PVAMU Ignite Hackathon

The PVAMU Ignite Hackathon  is a competition based on building business solutions with coding. This competition is open for all classifications of students. Chevron, Sandia National Labs, and Capital One are sponsoring the event through corporate donations, on-site mentors and challenge questions.  Registration Sign-up starts: Monday, February 5, 2024                                [...]

The PVAMU Ignite Hackathon2024-05-30T16:06:36-05:00

Prairie View A&M University Engineering #1 Top 5 HBCUs for Engineering

According to BestColleges, the Roy G. Perry College of Engineering at Prairie View A&M University ranks  #1 of the top 5 HBCUs for engineering.  BestColleges used data from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) and similar sources to make the ranking. Read more:  Prairie View A&M University #1 Top 5 HBCUs for Engineering [...]

Prairie View A&M University Engineering #1 Top 5 HBCUs for Engineering2024-04-16T15:30:33-05:00

Black Fox senior Wesley Walsh shares how PVAMU prepared her for career in oil, gas

Wesley Walsh is a senior chemical engineering major at Prairie View A&M University. She has worked hard to balance her educational responsibilities with the demands of being a part of the Black Fox dance line with the Marching Storm. 

Black Fox senior Wesley Walsh shares how PVAMU prepared her for career in oil, gas2024-01-26T11:47:13-06:00