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Intended Audience: Students, Faculty, and Staff
Summary
PV Place is the central portal for students, faculty, and staff at Prairie View A&M University to access essential web applications and services. It integrates several PVAMU web applications like PantherTracks, Panther Email, and other online services into one convenient and secure location. Through PV Place, users can easily manage tasks such as online bill payment, class registration, financial aid, accessing campus resources, and more. The portal also provides tools for password management and ensures compliance with FERPA regulations.
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Problem
Many users experience difficulties navigating PV Place, Prairie View A&M University's central portal for accessing essential web applications and services. Common issues include login errors, locked accounts, and confusion about accessing specific features like class registration and financial aid. These challenges can lead to frustration and inefficiency, preventing users from fully utilizing the portal's capabilities and accessing the resources they need.
Solution
To address the difficulties users face when navigating PV Place, we provide comprehensive guides and resources that cover all aspects of the portal. This includes step-by-step instructions for logging in, managing accounts, and accessing key features such as class registration, financial aid, and campus resources. Additionally, we offer troubleshooting tips for common issues like login errors and locked accounts. By offering these resources and support, we aim to enhance the user experience, making it easier for students, faculty, and staff to utilize PV Place effectively and efficiently.
Steps
Follow these steps for navigating PV Place, Prairie View A&M University's central portal for accessing essential web applications and services:
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Login to PV Place: Start by visiting the PV Place portal and logging in with your PVAMU email address and password. If you encounter any issues, ensure your credentials are correct or reset your password if necessary
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Access Key Features: Once logged in, familiarize yourself with the key features available on PV Place, such as PantherTracks for class registration, Panther Email for communication, and financial aid services. These features are designed to streamline your academic and administrative tasks
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Set Up Your Profile: Update your profile information, including contact details and emergency contacts. This ensures that the university has accurate information and can reach you when needed
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Explore Campus Resources: Utilize the various campus resources available through PV Place, such as library services, campus announcements, and event calendars. These resources help you stay informed and engaged with campus activities
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Manage Your Finances: Use PV Place to manage your financial aid, pay tuition fees, and view your account balance. This helps you keep track of your financial obligations and ensures timely payments
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Seek Support: If you encounter any issues or have questions, reach out to the CITE Service Desk for assistance. You can contact them by visiting the CITE's Service Desk Homepage, emailing servicedesk@pvamu.edu, or calling (936) 261-2525
By following these steps, you can effectively navigate PV Place and make the most of the available resources and services. If you need more detailed information or specific examples, feel free to ask!
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
Who can use PVPlace?
Faculty, Staff and Students can access PVPlace.
How do I access PVPlace?
URL: http://www.pvamu.edu/pvplace
Note: Input your name portion of your PVAMU email and password to login to PVPlace portal
How do I access my Student e-mail?
You can check your e-mail following the instructions shown in PVPlace under Student Email. Login to Office 365 Instructions
How do I access my PV Email on my mobile device?
Instructions on how to access your mail on your mobile device
What is my username and password?
Your username and password are the same as your PVAMU email account.
What if I have my username and password but forgot them?
For username help, go to https://www.pvamu.edu/passwordreset
For password help, please go to the Password Management Tool
Note: Make sure to visit the password management tool at https://www.pvamu.edu/passwordreset
and complete your security questions. This is a self-service tool provided for your convenience when you forget your password, so that you can reset it yourself.
How do I change my password?
You can visit the self-service password tool at https://www.pvamu.edu/passwordreset and reset your password.
Can I Access PVPlace from home?
Yes, you can access PVPlace from any computer with a web browser and internet connection.
I get a blank page when I click on the email icon?
If you are using Internet Explorer and getting a blank page, go to Tools->Compatibility View Settings and click the check box for “Display all websites in Compatibility View”. Now try again to access your email.
Alternatively, you can use Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox internet browsers to access PVPlace.
What if I am having a technical problem with PVPlace?
Call the PVAMU Helpdesk at 936-261-2525.
Do I need to logout?
Yes, you should always logout for security reasons so others don’t have access to your personal information.
Any changes to my email username/password in the new email system?
No, Your username and password remain the same, however, instead of username@student.pvamu.edu it will be username@pvamu.edu.
I’m a student worker on campus and login to Time traq to submit my timesheet
If you are a student worker and using Time traq, make sure to change your email address under profile to username@pvamu.edu from username@student.pvamu.edu
Can I move back to my old email system?
No, the university has decided to move all students to this new email system starting March, 2021 (tentatively).
What is the Student Tab in the PVPlace portal?
You can access your PantherTracks via Student Tab in the PVPlace portal.
Getting an error “The requested resource was not found. Https://pvportal.pvamu.edu/cp/home/displaylogin”
Clear Browser Cache. That should resolve pointing to old URL. Make sure the URL you see in your browser is https://pvportal.pvamu.edu and not https://pvportal.pvamu.edu/cp/home/displaylogin
For Error: Something went wrong during the authentication process. Please try signing in again.
This could be for several reasons:
1) Make sure you are using correct credentials to login. Do not enter your entire email address. Use only the username.
2) For password assistance visit https://www.pvamu.edu/passwordreset
Note: If you are having difficulty using this tool, please keep trying. Additional instructions will display after 4 failed attempts. Those additional instructions will direct your request to appropriate group.
3) Your local private network issue. Some of the workplaces and High school network might restrict their firewall and block and hence you might see this issue. Try from publicly accessible network.
4) Clear your Browser cache and try again in 5min.
5) If you are a former student or returning Student you must use “Alumni and Former Students” link on this page: https://www.pvamu.edu/pvplace/