Essence: 150 Years Of Prairie View History Take Center Stage In Harrison Guy’s ‘Dear Prairie View’

Long before Harrison Guy understood dance as something one could study, pursue or make a life inside of, his body already knew. Growing up in La Marque, Texas, he was the child gathering cousins at family functions, arranging bodies into formations, choreographing talent shows and teaching relatives whatever line dance had most recently made its

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From entrepreneur to doctoral candidate: PV Grad JoAnn Emale reflects on her journey

PRAIRIE VIEW, Texas (Aug. 7, 2026) – For JoAnn Emale, earning a Doctor of Business Administration from Prairie View A&M University represents more than an academic achievement. It marks a journey of perseverance, leadership, entrepreneurship, and service. JoAnn Emale The Arlington, Texas, native entered the program with a passion for learning, a growing

PV Grad Christine Hill: Turning research on hair bias into a tool for workplace change

PRAIRIE VIEW, Texas – Christine Hill is preparing to graduate as part of only the third cohort of Prairie View A&M University's Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) program. The Arlington native is expected to earn her doctorate from PVAMU's College of Business with a perfect 4.0 GPA, becoming the newest addition to her family's

Forbes ranks PVAMU No. 3 among America’s public HBCUs

PRAIRIE VIEW, Texas (Aug. 4, 2026) – Prairie View A&M University has been ranked among the nation's top three public Historically Black Colleges and Universities on Forbes' inaugural "Top HBCUs" list. This places PVAMU among an elite group of 20 institutions (10 private and 10 public) recognized for setting graduates up for long-term success.

PV Grad Candace Mike celebrates family legacy, prepares for health care leadership

PRAIRIE VIEW, Texas – As Prairie View A&M University counts down to University Charter Day this August, PVAMU legacy Candace Mike is preparing to add a new degree to her family’s Panther Pride: Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP). This August, PVAMU celebrates 150 years since its founding in 1876. As the University marks its

Houston Defender: Meet John Nicklos II, a PVAMU student making an impact beyond The Hill

Current Prairie View A&M University electrical engineering student John Nicklos II is being recognized for his entrepreneurial spirit, creative vision, and commitment to strengthening communities. A leader whose work spans business development, storytelling, the arts and civic engagement, Nicklos has built a career centered on creating opportunities for others while remaining committed to completing his

PV Grad La’Ronda Washington’s doctoral journey through loss, motherhood, resilience

My doctoral journey was never just about earning a degree—it was about learning how to keep going, even when life felt overwhelming. I started my dissertation writing at the same time I became a mother. And no one really prepares you for that kind of balance. While writing, I felt guilty for not being fully present with my baby.

PV Grad Lasonya Dunham Bishop: A Journey Interrupted, Then Reclaimed

Raised in Prairie View, Texas, I have always held a distinctive pride in being a Prairie View A&M graduate. My most significant life lessons were shaped by the sense of community and purpose that was instilled in me as a student here. When I was accepted into the Educational Leadership Ph.D. Program, it was one

PV Grad Jorden Gidrey’s journey to excellence, impact

Jorden Gidrey PRAIRIE VIEW, Texas – For Jorden Gidrey, a graduating senior from Prairie View A&M University’s College of Nursing, the path to becoming a nurse has been defined by resilience, purpose, and an unwavering commitment to growth. As a male nursing student in an underrepresented field, Gidrey is not only stepping into

PV Grad D’Sya Greenwood embodies heart of ‘PV nurse’

PRAIRIE VIEW, Texas – For D’Sya Greenwood, graduating from Prairie View A&M University’s College of Nursing represents more than academic achievement—it is the realization of purpose, perseverance, and a deep commitment to serving others. A first-generation college student and the first in her family to enter the medical field, Greenwood’s journey has been marked

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