Prairie View A&M University is launching a Center for Race and Justice and requiring a mandatory class on the history of race for incoming students in the wake of the tragic death of Houston native George Floyd. Led by Professor Melanye Price, the purpose of the Center is to encourage teaching and scholarship that contributes positively to overturning systemic biases that impede the ability of minorities and other groups to be accorded their full rights under the U.S. Constitution. Substantial gifts have already been pledged to support this work.