Scholarship, student leadership, citizenship and athletic prowess are among the achievements recognized during Honor s Week. The week culminates in a special convocation to honor students who attained academic excellence. The faculty assembles in full academic regalia to pay tribute to the honorees. Founder s Day is celebrated on March 11th. The 15th Texas State Legislature passed an act to establish the University in 1876.
Commencement is a special highlight in the life of the students.
The annual commencement exercise is one of the oldest traditions of the University. The march across the platform to receive the well-earned degree is a moment to remember always. Commencement is held during the Fall, Spring, and Summer. This is a great reunion during the Fall semester of those Proud PV Panthers who return to their Alma Mater and reminisce about the days of old while embracing the current university faculty, staff, students, family and friends. Springfest Springfest is held each year during the spring semester in late March, after the mid-semester examination period.