Prairie View A & amp; M University , commonly abbreviated as PVAMU or PV , is a public black history university (HBCU) located in Prairie View, Texas, USA (northwest of Houston). The University is a member of Texas A & amp; M University System and Thurgood Marshall College Fund. In 2016, PVAMU celebrates its 140th year.
The university offers baccalaureate degrees in 50 academic departments, 37 masters degrees and four doctoral degrees through eight colleges and the School of Architecture. PVAMU is one of only two land university grants in Texas. Founded in 1876, PVAMU is the second oldest institution of higher education in Texas.
Prairie View A & amp; M fields 16 intergroup sports teams, commonly known by their "Prairie View A & amp; M Panthers" nickname. Prairie View A & amp; M competes in the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) Division I and Southwestern Athletic Conference (SWAC). Prairie View A & amp; M is the only charter member left in the conference.
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The university was founded by Article 7 of the Texas Constitution of 1876, drawn up towards the end of the Reconstruction Era after the American Civil War. That year, State Senator Matthew Gaines and State Representative William H. Holland - both former slaves who became political figures - drafted legislation for the creation of a state-sponsored "Agriculture and Mechanics" college. In the article, the constitution states that "Separate schools should be reserved for white and colored children, and impartiality must be made for both." The law makes Prairie A & amp; M the first country to support higher education institutions for African Americans in Texas.
In an effort to comply with these constitutional provisions, the Fifth Texas Legislature, consistent with the provisions of the federal Morrill Grant-Land Collective Law - which provides public land for college establishment - affirms "Alta Vista Agriculture and Technical School for the Stable Youth Benefits" as part of the Agricultural and Mechanics College of Texas (now Texas A & M University).
In 1945, the name of the institution was changed from Prairie View Normal and Industrial College to Prairie View University, and the school was authorized to offer, "when necessary," all courses offered at the University of Texas. In 1947, Texas Legislature changed its name to Prairie View A & amp; M College of Texas and provided that "courses offered in agriculture, mechanical arts, engineering, and natural sciences connected with it, together with other Prairie View authorized programs at the time of this part of the course, should all be on par with those offered at High School Agriculture and Texas Mechanics at Bryan. "And finally in 1973, the legislature changed the name of the institution to Prairie View Agricultural & amp; Mechanical University (Prairie View A & M University) .
In 1983, the Texas Legislature proposed a constitutional amendment to restructure the Permanent University Fund (PUF) to include Prairie View A & amp; M University as beneficiaries of the results. The 1983 amendment also dedicates the University to further enhancement as a "first class institution" under the governing council of Texas A & amp; M University System. The constitutional amendment was approved by voters on November 6, 1984.
In 2000, the Texas Governor signed a Priority Plan, an agreement with the US Civil Rights Office of the Department of Education to establish Prairie View A & amp; M University as an educational asset that is accessible to all Texans. The Priority Plan mandates the creation of many new educational programs and facilities. It also requires removal of language from the Institutional Mission Statement which may give the impression of not including any Texan from attending Prairie View A & amp; M University.
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Academics
Prairie View A & amp; M University offers academic programs through the following administrative units:
- Architectural Colleges Nathelyne A. Kennedy
- College of Agriculture and Sciences
- High School of Arts and Science Marvin and Juni Brailesford
- College of Business
- Whitlowe R. Green College of Education
- Roy G. Perry College of Engineering
- College of Juvenile Justice and Psychology
- College of Nursing
- Graduate Studies Office
In 2004, Prairie View A & amp; M founded the Academy of Medical Undergraduate (UMA) which is a selective and rigorous pre-medical program designed to prepare and guide academically talented undergraduate students to succeed in medical school. UMA began as a result of the legislative mandate of Texas in 2003 and funded the country with a mission to increase minority representation in the medical field and improve state-of-state and dental shortages.
In addition, Prairie View A & amp; M makes an honors program selected for outstanding outstanding students who meet the criteria of GPA, SAT/ACT, and the recommendations specified.
Prairie View A & amp; M is consistently recognized as one of the top institutions in the country to generate the largest number of African-American architects and engineers by various Issues in Higher Education .
Prairie View A & amp; M each year awards the second largest STEM degree in Texas A & amp; M University System.
Prairie View A & amp; M academic programs are accredited by the South High School Association and School Commissions in High School and every college in the university has additional accreditation or certification.
John B. Coleman Library
John B. Coleman Library is the main library on campus. It is a 150,000 square foot five-story building completed in 1988. The library provides several services to help students and is home to over 370,000 volumes, including over 700 print magazines, and nearly 4,000 media materials. The library is also home to art galleries and a large collection of historical and special archives.
Campus
The university has more than 50 buildings on the main campus of 1,440-acre (5.8Ã, km 2 ) in Prairie View, Texas, and 48.8 miles (78.5 km) northwest of downtown Houston. Campus is often called "The Hill" because it rests on a hill in the area. The campus is also often described as the most beautiful in Texas.
The university also has two campus branches in Houston with Northwest Houston Center and College of Nursing campus at Texas Medical Center. The branch campuses offer several degree programs.
Demographics
In the autumn of 2014 the university enrolled 6,932 undergraduate students, 1,265 students in master programs, and 146 in doctoral programs. 5.111 (61%) of undergraduates are female and 3,232 (39%) are male. Also in the fall of 2014, of 8,343 enrolled students, 6,958 (83%) were African-American, non-Hispanic; 267 (3%) were white, non-Hispanic; 420 (5%) are Hispanic; 234 (3%) are Asians; 33 are Native American or Alaskan; 6 is Hawaii; 144 (2%) is multiracial; 237 (3%) is "international;" and ethnicity 44 (1%) is unknown or not reported. The percentage of African-Americans declined slightly from 86% in the fall of 2010 and the percentage of Hispanic and international students increased slightly. 7,682 (92%) of students came from Texas, 456 (5%) came from other countries, and 205 (2%) came from other countries.
Student life
Housing
In 1998 ACC was awarded a contract to develop, build, and manage student residential properties in PVAMU. Both residential properties of student residences in PVAMU are owned and operated by the American Campus Community. New students on campus can stay in the University College community. Upper-grade students can live in an apartment style living in the University Village (Phases I, II, III, VI, and VII). The first of these apartment buildings was built in 1995. The University Square, completed in October 2017, is the latest student housing facility on campus with 466 beds available for junior, senior, and graduate students.
University College opened in 2000. In the fall of 2001, 40% of university students stayed at University College and the remaining 60% lived in University Village.
Previously occupied student buildings include Alexander Hall, Bank Hall, Buchanan Hall, Collins Hall, Drew Hall, L. O. Evans Hall, Fuller Hall, Holley Hall, and Suarez Hall. Suarez Hall was closed in 1996. In 1997 Alexander Hall, Buchanan Hall, and Collins Hall were closed. In 1998 Holley Hall was closed. In 2000 Drew Hall, Evans Hall, and Fuller Hall were closed. During the same year, Alexander, Buchanan, and Holley had been destroyed. In 2001, Bank Hall was closed.
Student organization
PVAMU is home to over 150 honors, professionals, special interests, and Greek organizations established on campus. Since 1982, the Student Government Association (SGA) has been the highest ranked student organization on campus and the official voice of the student body to the University Administration, as well as all internal and external organizations.
Student activity
Athletics
Prairie View A & amp; M University offers a wide range of university and intramural sports programs.
The male and female athletic teams are dubbed the Panthers and the team colors are purple and gold. Prairie View A & amp; M is a charter member of the Southwestern Athletic Conference (SWAC), and is a member of the Western Division. Prairie View competes in NCAA Division I in all sports; in football, the Panthers play in Division I FCS.
The most famous rivals in Prairie View are Texas Southern University and Grambling State University.
Football
In the summer of 2016, Prairie View A & amp; M completed the first phase of construction at a $ 60 million soccer stadium and athletic field. The cutting-edge facility is 55,000 square feet and accommodates up to 15,000 people. The final phase of construction will increase capacity to 30,000 people.
Men's basket
All home basketball games are held at the William Nicks Building that was built in the early 1960s. The building has undergone several renovations since it was erected and housed about 6,500 people.
Baseball
Before a double header against Texas Southern Tigers, a ribbon-cutting ceremony was held for a renovated baseball stadium on April 26, 2014. Along with the opening, the stadium was officially dedicated to former Panthers baseball coach John W. Tankersley. The renovated stadium has seating for 512 people including 192 seats supported seats, new concessions, new toilets, press boxes, and brick beds. The stadium also enables Wi-Fi. The Panthers dedicated stadium sweeping double header wins 9-0 and 7-4.
Marching Storm
Prairie View A & amp; marching band M is officially known as Marching Storm and has over 220 active members. Some of the achievements there include performing at the Super Bowl, Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade, the inauguration of the US president, the Tournament of Roses Parade, the Honda Battle of the Bands, the Houston Rodeo, the opening of the NRG Stadium, and the 2004 Dallas Cowboys Game with Destiny's Child. Also the band performed on MTV in 2011.
Black Fox
The Black Foxes is a very attractive main dance size that accompanies the band.
Twirling Thunder
The Twirling Thunder is a 20-25 color guard that performs with the band.
Famous Alumni
See also
- KPVU 91.3 FM Radio, Prairie View A & amp; M radio station
- Ruth Simmons, the first black president of the Ivy League institution and the first female president of Prairie View A & amp; M
References
External links
- Official website
- Official PVAMU Athletics website
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