MS Agricultural Economics
MS Animal Science
MS Soil Science
MS Human Science
The College of Agriculture and Human Sciences has had its roots firmly established at
Prairie View A&M University since 1879 when the University’s academic curriculum was
expanded to include agriculture and home economics. The College of Agriculture and
Human Sciences is unique in that it operates in the true land-grant tradition of teaching,
research and service through its academic, extension and research components.
The College offers a diverse curriculum to students through its Department of
Agriculture, Nutrition and Human Ecology and prepares them to respond effectively
to complex social issues relating to the food, agricultural, human and natural resource
sciences. Innovative strategies are used in the delivery of classroom, laboratory and
experiential learning activities that prepare graduates to engage in a diverse and global
labor force. The Master of Science in Human Science offers a student an opportunity
to begin preparation for state licensure as a marriage and family therapist and other
professional licenses.
Scholarship and Fellowship Oportunities
Graduate student hourly positions and graduate research assistantships are available
within the College through the Cooperative Agricultural Research Center and the
Cooperative Extension Program.
Post Bacalaureate
The Dietetic Internship Program is a supervised program in dietetics, and students who
have completed a baccalaureate degree and hold a valid Didactic Program in Dietetics
(DPD) verification statement are eligible to apply. The internship incorporates the
accreditation standards needed for students to acquire the competencies to function
as entry-level registered dietitians.
Partnerships
United States Department of Agriculture (USDA ) – 1890 Liaison Officers
USDA – Cooperative State Research, Education and Extension Service
USDA – 1890 Scholars Program
Mission
The College of Agriculture and Human Sciences provides
quality, relevant academic, research and outreach programs
in the agricultural, food, family and environmental sciences.
This mission is in direct alignment with the overall
University’s mission of dedication to excellence in teaching,
programs and services.
Contact Information
P.O. Box 519; MS 2001, Prairie View, Texas 77446
Dr. Freddie L. Richards, Sr.
Professor/Interim Dean & Administrator, Cooperative Extension Program
(936) 261-5133 flrichards@pvamu.edu
Dr. Alfred L. Parks
Research Director, Cooperative Agricultural Research Center
(936) 261-5000 alparks@pvamu.edu
Dr. Richard W. Griffin
Head, Department of Agriculture, Nutrition and Human Ecology
(936) 261-2519 rwgriffin@pvamu.edu
Dr. Nelson T. Daniels
Associate Administrator, Cooperative Extension Program
(936) 261-5112 ntdaniels@pvamu.edu