The College of Public Affairs and Societal Impact (PASI) aspires to be a premier institution in Texas and a nationally recognized leader in public affairs, societal transformation, and community impact. Through innovative teaching and learning, student success, interdisciplinary scholarship, policy-relevant research, and meaningful community engagement, PASI seeks to advance knowledge, inform practice, and contribute to the well-being of communities locally, nationally, and globally.

The mission of the College of Public Affairs and Societal Impact (PASI) is to advance transformative education, interdisciplinary research, and community-centered service to address complex societal challenges and strengthen communities in Texas and beyond. Grounded in Prairie View A&M University’s identity as a state‑assisted land-grant institution, a historically Black university, and an institution of the first class under the Texas Constitution, PASI is committed to promoting access, relevance, leadership, innovation, and civic responsibility.

Through its diverse academic disciplines and in alignment with the university’s Journey to Eminence strategic plan, PASI prepares the next generation of leaders, professionals, and change agents for impactful careers in government, nonprofit organizations, advocacy, and the private sector. By generating evidence-informed research and cultivating cross-sector partnerships, the College advances knowledge, informs policy and practice, and develops scalable solutions that strengthen communities, enhance public engagement, improve governance, and promote societal well-being.

Innovation: We will 1) be bold in our approaches and actively think outside the box, 2) improve our technology and utilize technology ethically in our work, and 3) innovate to allow us to increase in national rankings among our academic programs.

Respect: We will 1) focus on belonging, so faculty, staff, and students feel part of our college community, 2) value the ideas that everyone has to offer. We will intentionally seek different points of view in the decision-making process, and 3) appreciate each person for who they are, the perspectives they have, and the experiences that shape their views.

Integrity: We will 1) ensure transparency in decision-making, 2) communicate our values, and 3) abide by professional codes of ethics.

Build effective collaborations: We will 1) focus on building and maintaining partnerships with people, organizations, and agencies that align with our priorities, 2) create professional development opportunities to increase networking among stakeholders, faculty, staff, and students, and 3) host college-level events to maintain and strengthen the relationship between the Texas Juvenile Crime Prevention Center and the academic units.

Justice and advocacy: We will 1) strive to be change agents in the community, 2) empower students from our programs to think boldly in their approaches as become employed in their respective field, and 3) provide academic curricula that are dynamic and responsive to the needs and changes of the criminal and juvenile justice systems.