SIGNATURE EVENTS Participate in the 150th WHY THIS MOMENT MATTERS
Countdown to Our Sesquicentennial
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ROOTED IN RESILIENCE.
RISING IN EMINENCE.

For 150 years, Prairie View A&M University has stood as a force for opportunity, excellence, and impact in Texas and beyond. As we mark this historic milestone, we honor the vision and sacrifice that built PVAMU while looking ahead with bold purpose to the future we are shaping together.

1st 2 Master degrees awarded August 1939 by W. R. Banks

WHY THIS MOMENT MATTERS

This anniversary honors the generations whose courage and purpose laid the foundation for Prairie View A&M’s enduring mission of achieving excellence in teaching, research and service. As we look ahead, this moment challenges us to build on that legacy with renewed ambition and resolve.

Three PVAMU students standing on the stairs in the College of Business building

SAVE THE DATE FOR OUR SESQUICENTENNIAL SIGNATURE EVENTS

SIGNATURE EVENTS

Throughout the anniversary year, PVAMU will host signature events and milestone moments that reflect the spirit, pride, and momentum of the 150th celebration. These gatherings honor our history, celebrate our people, and invite the Prairie View family to help shape the next chapter of our story.

September February August 21, 2026 / March / Sesquicentennial Opening Ceremony and Community Day October August / / Art Salon August 11, 2026 | Prairie View A&M University on the Vineyard Beneath the Soil: The Promises and Proof of Prairie View A&M University Premiere August 13, 2026 | Prairie View A&M University on the Vineyard University Charter Day August 14, 2026 February March / October August / / Harrison Guy: Dear Prairie View September 4-5, 2026 | Cullen Theater, Wortham Center September / A world premiere honoring The Hill! Celebrate 150 years of Prairie View A&M with a powerful tribute by Harrison Guy.

 Tickets February March / October August / / Homecoming October 11-17, 2026 PV Honors October 2026 September / February March / October August / / PVAMU Day at the Capitol February 2027 Sesquicentennial Leadership Summit February 2027 September / February March / October August / / 150th Anniversary Scholarship Gala March 13, 2027 | The Post Oak Hotel September /

Participate in the 150th

More sesquicentennial events, digital swag and ways you can stay engaged will be added as planning continues. Sign up here to recieve updates by email and be sure to check pvamu.edu/150 for a full calendar of events.