About PVAMU
Prairie View A&M University ("PVAMU" or "PV") is the second oldest public institution of higher learning in the state of Texas. It is a historically black college/university that, since its inception in 1876, has opened doors to any and every person - inside and outside of Texas - seeking a first-class, four-year university experience.
The university has over 50 buildings on 1440-acres and is situated in a rural part of Texas on one of the most beautiful campuses in the country. Through its' eight colleges and schools, PV boasts more than 70-degree programs, including agriculture, engineering, natural sciences, business, the arts, nursing and criminal and juvenile justice.
As the largest HBCU in the state of Texas and the third largest HBCU in the United States, PVAMU is a member of the Texas A&M University System and Thurgood Marshall College Fund.
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For more information, visit the official PVAMU website.
PVAMU National Alumni Association
The purpose of the Association is to form a union of Prairie View A&M University alumni and ex-students, and other interested citizens of similar aspirations for the perpetuation of Prairie View A&M University. The Association’s field of membership is open to all alumni and ex-students having completed at least one semester or one full summer term (both sessions) and departed in good standing with the University. There are currently 31 active chapters across the nation that host activities throughout the year.
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For more information on the Prairie View A&M National Alumni Assocation, visit: Prairie View A&M University National Alumni Association
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PVAMU Athletics
The Prairie View A&M Panthers and Lady Panthers represent Prairie View A&M University in intercollegiate athletics. They field eighteen teams including men and women's basketball, cross country, golf, and indoor and outdoor track and field; women's-only bowling, soccer, softball, tennis, and volleyball; and men's-only baseball and football. The Panthers compete in the NCAA Division I and are members of the Southwestern Athletic Conference ("SWAC").
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