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Mattie Mason, a 1978 graduate, joined the Nurses Alumni Chapter in 2007 and has been a life member since 2011. In 2010 she developed and implemented the I.M.P.A.C.T. Mentor Program for the Alumni. She has served as the Financial Secretary, Chairperson of Membership Committee, Chairperson for Prayer Breakfast, 2014 Chairperson for Selection Subcommittee of Scholarship Luncheon, initiated the Walterene Reed Scholarship in 2006, and has been a participating member of several committees. Her goal as President is: Teamwork with Excellence- “Always Strive to Autograph Your Teamwork with Excellence. With teamwork she plans to increase membership, re-implement the mentoring program, implement education programs, continue with the centennial celebrations, increase donations, and utilize technology to expand the chapter to a new level.

Jamesia Fransaw RN, BSN is a 2017 graduate of Prairie View A&M University College of Nursing! She is an active member of the Prairie View Nurse Alumni Chapter and serves as the Vice President of the Alumni Chapter. Jamesia has served as the Chair for the 1st PVNAC Virtual Prayer Summit in 2020 where the chapter raised over $8,000 and Chair for the 2021 Virtual Prayer Summit where PVNAC raised over 9,000 dollars to support the chapter, nurses ,and community endeavors. Jamesia also serves on the membership committee and Co-Chair for the Prairie View Nurses Alumni 100 years of Graduates Reunion! Jamesia's goal is to help the nurses' alumni engage with one another through in-person and virtual gatherings, and fulfill the strategic mission and vision of the  Prairie View Nurses Alumni Chapter while leading and working with the chapter members to support the one another and the next generation of nurses all over the world.

 Letha Mosley, a 1977 graduate, joined the Nurse’s Alumni chapter in 2013. She has served as the Recording Secretary, Chairperson of the Prayer Breakfast, and Chairperson of the Constitution and By-Laws committee. She feels finance is vital to the operations of the organization. Her role as the Financial Secretary is to keep an accurate record of all income for the treasurer’s financial records. Work with the Finance Committee concerning the fiscal affairs of the Chapter. Also, she will be serving as the Membership Chair. The membership committee role is the recruitment and retention of members into the Nurses Alumni Chapter. One of the goals for membership is to engage chapter members in the recruitment plans.  Work with new members to provide their expertise and talents to assist with duties as necessary. 

Dr. Deidra Williams, MSN, APRN, FNP-C graduated from Prairie View A&M University with her Bachelor of Science in Nursing in 2005. She received her Master of Science in Nursing (FNP) in 2010 and Doctor of Nursing Practice in 2016. Dr. Williams currently works as a Family Nurse Practitioner within the community. She provides primary care to the homeless population in the Houston area. 

Dr. Williams is the Corresponding Secretary for the Prairie View Nursing Alumni Chapter. Her role is to send correspondence and keep the members informed on chapter business. She is currently the Chairperson for the Public Relations and Technology Committee.  Dr. Williams goal for the chapter is to adapt and prepare for the future of nursing. 

Andrea Vick, MSN, RNC is a 1996 graduate of Prairie View A&M College of Nursing. She also received a Master of Science in Nursing degree from PV in 2007. Andrea joined the Nurses Alumni Chapter in 2012 and has worked on various Standing and Ad-Hoc committees. She currently serves as the chapter’s treasurer and chairperson of the finance committee; were she is responsible for all matters concerning fiscal affairs of the chapter. Her goal is to be a good custodian over all aspects of financial management and provide accurate financial information to support decision making.

My name is Terrie Mitchell, the 2021 elected Historian for the Prairie View A&M University Nurses Alumni Association. 
I graduated with my BSN in 2012 from Prairie View A & M College of Nursing. In 2018 I graduated with my Master's in Nursing Leadership and Administration from University of Texas Health Science Center in Houston. 
I have enjoyed the journey as a Medical-Surgical, Pediatric Home Health, Intensive Care Nurse, Clinical Operations for Hospital start up, and ICU Management throughout my time as a Nurse. I have also recently completed my first semester as a Prairie View College of Nursing clinical instructor. 
I have a passion and personal investment in the growth of Prairie View nursing students and I am forever grateful for the opportunity to be apart of the PV alumni family. 




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Dr. Isaac Smith received his Bachelor of Science degree in nursing from Prairie View A & M University, Prairie View, Texas and Master of Science from Texas Woman’s University, Houston, Texas and  a Doctorate of Philosophy in Education from Capella University, Minneapolis. Minnesota.  Dr. Smith is a member of St Mark United Methodist Church, La Porte, TX.  Presently, Dr. Smith is a Clinical Associate Professor of Nursing and Director of Patient Simulation Technology and Learning Laboratories at Prairie View A & M University College of Nursing, Houston, TX.

Dr. Smith’s expertise and scholarship in patient simulation pedagogy have enhanced the effectiveness of the nursing programs and readiness of graduates for the work place.  Lastly, Dr. Smith is a genuine team player in the efforts of the College of Nursing to serve as a focal site for the development of school nurses and faculty from other institutions.

Dr. Smith’s academic preparation and expertise in “Critical Care” involves the care of high risk adults experiencing an exhaustive list of health care conditions.  The challenge of teaching this content is a vital component of students as he maneuvers the scientific representations of critical care nursing with precision and ease.  Dr. Smith is recognized for clinical expertise in clinical simulation, mentoring, implementation, staff/faculty development and training.

Betty Davis-Lewis, EdD, RN, FAAN

Dr. Bettye Davis Lewis is a graduate of Prairie View A&M University College of Nursing with a B.S. in Nursing. She received a Bachelors of Arts in Psychology from the University of Houston, Houston Texas, a Masters of Education and Doctorate of Education from Texas Southern University, Houston Texas. She is a graduate of Leadership Texas and a Senior Fellow of the American Leadership Forum. She is a Fellow of the American Academy of Nursing and a Fellow in the International Society of Hypertension in Blacks. Dr. Lewis was the first African American selected as a Leadership Extern in Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society.

She serves on numerous boards which include United Negro College Fund, Theater Under the Stars, March of Dimes, America Cancer Society, Alzheimer’s and Related Diseases/State of Texas, %A Advisory Board for Museum of Fine Arts. She has received many awards which includes: 2000 African American Life Achievement Award, Edith Award, Crystal Award, Emerge Business Award, Distinguished Leadership Award from Texas Nurses Association, District #9.

Dr. Lewis is listed in Who’s Who in American Nursing, Who’s Who in American and Distinguished African Americans. For the past three years she has been listed in Ebony Magazine 100 Most Influential Americans. 

Dr. Lewis has been devoted to the growth and sustainability of the College of Nursing. She has served as the President of the Alumni Chapter, Chairperson of the Scholarship Luncheon, and has served on many different committees in the chapter. This year Dr. Lewis will serve as the chapter’s Parliamentarian.