Rivalry Meets Research: PVAMU, TSU Launch $2.2M Machine Learning Project
PRAIRIE VIEW, Texas (Aug. 28, 2025) ā As Prairie View A&M University and Texas Southern University prepare to face off in this weekendās Labor Day Classic, the two rivals are also joining forces off the field. Together, theyāre leading a $2.2 million research project that uses artificial intelligence to speed up the discovery of new [...]
In Photos: Welcome to PVAMU, Class of 2029!
PRAIRIE VIEW, Texas (Aug. 27, 2025) ā This semester, over 2,000 first-year students are officially Panthers at Prairie View A&M University! In just one week, they moved in, conquered Panther Camp, and began their studies, launching a journey that will unlock a degree and change their lives forever. On Aug. 16 and 17, students [...]
PVAMU appoints Joel B. Thornton as Inaugural Dean of Libraries
Joel B. Thornton, MSOM, MSIS, CPA Dear Prairie View A&M University Community, I am pleased to announce the appointment ofĀ Joel B. Thornton, MSOM, MSIS, CPA, as theĀ inaugural Dean of LibrariesĀ at Prairie View A&M University, effectiveĀ October 20, 2025. This historic appointment reflects the Universityās commitment to elevating the role of the Libraries in advancing [...]
Click2Houston: The essence of HBCU band culture shines at 2025 Pepsi National Battle of the Bands
HOUSTONĀ ā At NRG Stadium, the vibrant culture and deep-rooted traditions of Historically Black College and University (HBCU) marching bands took center stage during the 2025 Pepsi National Battle of the Bands Saturday evening. The event celebrates the rich heritage of HBCU band cultureāan integral part of Black art and music.
McKee named Chief Financial Officer at PVAMU
J. Robert āBobā McKee PRAIRIE VIEW, Texas (Aug. 22, 2025) ā Prairie View A&M University (PVAMU) President Tomikia P. LeGrande announced today that J. Robert āBobā McKee has been appointed Senior Vice President for Business Affairs and Chief Financial Officer, effective September 8, 2025. McKee brings to PVAMU a distinguished career spanning more [...]
PVAMU honors 2025 Faculty and Staff Award recipients
PRAIRIE VIEW, Texas (Aug. 21, 2025) ā Every year, Prairie View A&M University takes a moment to celebrate the people who bring its mission to lifeāthose who teach, research, advise, and support students with dedication, creativity, and care. This year was no different. During the 2025 Faculty and Staff Awards Recognition Luncheon, held as [...]
Top of The Hill, Next to the Sea: PVAMU Student Earns Naval Academy Appointment
PRAIRIE VIEW, Texas (Aug. 19, 2025) ā Students, both current and former, fondly refer to Prairie View A&M as āThe Hill,ā a place where theyāve overcome challenges, grown personally, built lifelong friendships, and crossed the graduation stage reflecting on how far they've come and how high they've climbed. For former student Paul Gerke, reaching the [...]
PVAMU gears up for 2025 Labor Day Classic against TSU
PRAIRIE VIEW, Texas (Aug. 18, 2025) ā The countdown is on for one of Houstonās most anticipated traditions, the 2025 Labor Day Classic between Prairie View A&M University and Texas Southern University. The game is set for Saturday, Aug. 30, at Shell Energy Stadium, with Texas Southern serving as this yearās host. This yearās matchup [...]