PHOTOS: Relive the Memories, PVAMU Homecoming 2026

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

PVAMU Homecoming raises record $6.1 million in gifts, commitments

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

50 years later, a PVAMU Panther’s journey comes full circle

Prairie View, Texas  |  October 16, 2026  |  Story by Whitney Stovall For 150 years, excellence has lived on The Hill. Sitting on the highest point in Waller County, Prairie View A&M University has been a beacon for students and the greater county, offering a path forward for progress, change, and possibility.

PVAMU alumna blends Southern hip-hop, Panther pride in 150th anniversary apparel collection

PRAIRIE VIEW, Texas (Oct. 14, 2026) – Bold graphics, diamond lettering and a whole lot of Panther pride. For Prairie View A&M University alumna Jalisa Jasmin-Janai Jones ’13, celebrating the University’s 150th anniversary meant creating something that feels unmistakably “PV.” Jalisa Jasmin-Janai Jones ’13 Through her brand, Historical Celebritee, Jones designed a

Beyond the Usual Names: Six Stories of Panther History Worth Knowing

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

PVAMU history book series chronicles 150 years on The Hill

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

Rooted and Rising: PVAMU Homecoming 2026 brings a week of Panther pride to The Hill

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

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‘Eminence Rising’ Traveling Exhibition invites visitors to experience 150 years of PVAMU

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.

WFAA: New exhibit honors the anniversary of Prairie View A&M University

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.

Behind the Canvas with PVAMU Alumna Charis Kelley| Painting 150 Years of Prairie View

In this episode of Behind the Canvas, we meet Charis Kelley, Prairie View A&M University alumna and commissioned artist, whose work helps commemorate a milestone 150 years in the making. Through her artistry, Charis transforms the history, people, culture, and spirit of Prairie View A&M into a visual celebration of the University’s enduring legacy. Go

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