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PVAMU hosts State of Black Design Conference, celebrating creativity, culture, collaboration

PRAIRIE VIEW, Texas (Nov. 19, 2025) – The 2025 State of Black Design (SoBD) conference welcomed a dynamic mix of designers, creatives, students, and industry professionals to Prairie View A&M University this fall in a vibrant celebration of design and culture. Photography by Cory Dixon (@cdixonphotos) Held Oct. 30-Nov. 1, the conference aims [...]

Two distinguished alumni to address PVAMU’s Fall 2025 graduates

PRAIRIE VIEW, Texas (Nov. 5, 2025) - Two accomplished Prairie View A&M University alumni will return to ā€œThe Hillā€ to address graduates during the University’s 30th Fall Commencement exercises, December 12-13, 2025. Dr. Tarrynce Robinson, Superintendent of the West Allis-West Milwaukee School District in Wisconsin, will speak at the ceremony for master’s and doctoral candidates [...]

2025-11-06T11:18:29-06:00November 5, 2025|Alumni News, Campus Announcements, Events, Latest News|

PVAMU’s ā€˜Hillmatic’ Homecoming: A Look Back in Photos

PRAIRIE VIEW, Texas (Oct. 29, 2025) — From the opening notes of Gospel Fest to the high energy surrounding game day, Homecoming 2025 at Prairie View A&M University was Hillmatic. A blend of old-school flavor, deep-rooted tradition, and Panther pride, Hillmatic on ā€œThe Hillā€ captured the essence of what makes PVAMU special. Throughout the [...]

ā€˜Hillmatic’: What to Know for PVAMU’s 2025 Homecoming

PRAIRIE VIEW, Texas (Oct. 16, 2025) – If you’ve ever been to a Prairie View A&M University Homecoming, you know it’s not just another week on the calendar. It’s when ā€œThe Hillā€ comes alive in a way that words can’t quite capture. This year’s celebration, themed Hillmatic, runs Oct. 19-26, blending the old-school [...]

2025-10-16T19:35:50-05:00October 16, 2025|Events, HBCU News, Latest News|

This Week on The Hill: A Visit with PVAMU Presidential Executive-in-Residence Mathew Knowles

PRAIRIE VIEW, Texas (Oct. 10, 2025) - Prairie View A&M University welcomed Dr. Mathew Knowles as the inaugural appointee of its Presidential Executive-in-Residence Program, a new initiative that connects students and faculty with visionary leaders who have shaped industries and culture. During his Oct. 9 campus visit, Dr. Knowles led master classes, a faculty roundtable, [...]

PVAMU Panthers rush for 224 yards in 28-13 win against Grambling in 100th State Fair Classic

DALLAS, Texas --Ā Prairie View A&M used an explosive 224-yard performance on the ground and four rushing touchdowns to pick up a 28-13 win against Grambling Saturday night in the State Fair Classic at the Cotton Bowl Stadium. The Panthers improved to 3-2 on the year and 2-0 in Southwestern Athletic Conference play, while the Tigers [...]

2025-09-29T10:28:54-05:00September 29, 2025|Athletics, Events, HBCU News, Latest News, Staff News, Student News|

The Dallas Morning News: For this year’s historic Prairie View A&M, Grambling State duel, it’s more than football

Every September, Kelly Collins makes her way to theĀ Cotton BowlĀ for theĀ annual State Fair Classic gameĀ to watch Prairie View A&M University, her alma mater, take on Grambling State University. For the 1994 Prairie View graduate, who has been twice-elected president of the school’s Dallas alumni chapter, the Saturday evening gridiron matchup is more than a game [...]

PVAMU Panthers secure thrilling season opener victory against TSU Tigers

The Prairie View A&M Panthers emerged victorious in a nail-biting collegiate football opener on August 30, 2025, against the Texas Southern Tigers. Both teams clashed at Shell Energy Stadium, where despite an initial weather delay, conditions cleared for what turned into a dramatic evening match up.

2025-09-02T13:23:47-05:00September 2, 2025|Athletics, Events, HBCU News, Latest News, Staff News, Student News|

In Photos: Welcome to PVAMU, Class of 2029!

PRAIRIE VIEW, Texas (Aug. 27, 2025) – This semester, over 2,000 first-year students are officially Panthers at Prairie View A&M University! In just one week, they moved in, conquered Panther Camp, and began their studies, launching a journey that will unlock a degree and change their lives forever. On Aug. 16 and 17, students [...]

Click2Houston: The essence of HBCU band culture shines at 2025 Pepsi National Battle of the Bands

HOUSTON – At NRG Stadium, the vibrant culture and deep-rooted traditions of Historically Black College and University (HBCU) marching bands took center stage during the 2025 Pepsi National Battle of the Bands Saturday evening. The event celebrates the rich heritage of HBCU band culture—an integral part of Black art and music.