PRAIRIE VIEW, Texas (Oct. 22, 2026) – In 2012, Dr. Olivia Solomon '15 stepped onto Prairie View A&M University’s campus as a transfer student. Ten years after earning her bachelor’s in biological science, she returned as an assistant professor of biology. Olivia Solomon, Ph.D. '15 In the decade that she was away
Set yo Homecoming out, set it out, set it out, set it out! The beloved call rang out across The Hill as Panthers came together for a week of tradition, reunions and purple and gold pride for Prairie View A&M University’s 2026 Homecoming. From reconnecting with classmates to celebrating campus traditions, Homecoming 2026 brought
PRAIRIE VIEW, Texas (Oct. 17, 2026) – Prairie View A&M University’s 2026 Homecoming raised more than $6.1 million in gifts and commitments, setting a fundraising record as the University celebrates its 150th anniversary. The largest fundraising total in PVAMU Homecoming history reflects the support of alumni, individual donors and corporate partners investing in the
PRAIRIE VIEW, Texas (Oct. 14, 2026) – When people talk about Prairie View A&M University’s famous alumni and former students, a few familiar names tend to lead the conversation. But the story of The Hill reaches far beyond the names that typically make the lists. From helping shape the future of space exploration to
Prairie View, Texas | October 12, 2026 | Story by Whitney Stovall The Hill offers no shortage of homecoming festivities—concerts, parties, and the much-anticipated halftime show from the baddest band in the land, the Marching Storm. Each event culminates in a shared experience between alumni and students that is as much about
PRAIRIE VIEW, Texas (Oct. 8, 2026) – There are some things that can only happen on The Hill. A familiar song can bring back a memory. A familiar face can spark a conversation between generations. And for one week each fall, Prairie View A&M University becomes a gathering place for students, alumni, faculty, staff
HBCU Kings and Queens carry more than a title. They carry the culture, the history, and the pride of their entire campus every time they step onto the yard. That is why we at Watch The Yard are launching a new series dedicated to introducing you to the leaders wearing the crown this year, continuing
Prairie View, Texas | October 5, 2026 PRAIRIE VIEW, Texas (Oct. 5, 2026) – For 150 years, the oak trees on The Hill have stood throughout Prairie View A&M University’s history. They have witnessed the University’s beginnings, its challenges, its growth and the generations of students who have passed beneath their branches.
PRAIRIE VIEW, Texas (Sept. 29, 2026) - Prairie View A&M University has named Brian Gray as Executive Director of Marketing and Communications, effective Sept. 14, 2026. Gray brings more than 20 years of experience in marketing, brand strategy and business leadership, with a career spanning global corporations, emerging businesses and entrepreneurial ventures. Before joining the
Eminence Rising: A Traveling Exhibition, 150 Years of Prairie View A&M University celebrates the extraordinary journey of Prairie View A&M University from its founding in 1876 to its continued rise as a nationally recognized institution of scholarship, leadership, innovation and service.