Joel B. Thornton, MSOM, MSIS, CPA Dear Prairie View A&M University Community, I am pleased to announce the appointment of Joel B. Thornton, MSOM, MSIS, CPA, as the inaugural Dean of Libraries at Prairie View A&M University, effective October 20, 2025. This historic appointment reflects the University’s commitment to elevating the role of the Libraries in advancing [...]
PRAIRIE VIEW, Texas (July 14, 2025) – Prairie View A&M University’s librarians proudly offer a mindfully curated daily reading list for book lovers this summer, focusing on Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs). The University's Summer Reading Book List—spanning genres from powerful memoirs and contemporary fiction to cultural critiques and classic works—is being updated daily [...]
As National Gardening Day approaches on April 14, Prairie View A&M University is proud to spotlight its leadership in sustainable gardening and food security through the expansion of its Foodscaping Project. The collaborative initiative is designed to combat food insecurity while beautifying campus landscapes with edible plants.
National Library Week starts April 6, 2025, and this week, we celebrate how libraries help people find and use information and make sure everyone on campus has access to the resources they need. Libraries offer more than just books. They provide safe, judgment-free spaces for learning, access to technology, job search assistance, cultural enrichment programs, [...]
PRAIRIE VIEW, Texas (March 6, 2025) – March marks Women’s History Month, a time to recognize the contributions of women who have shaped history and continue to inspire change. The 2025 national theme, “Moving Forward Together! Women Educating & Inspiring Generations,” highlights the role of education, leadership, and mentorship in driving progress for all. Prairie [...]
PRAIRIE VIEW, Texas (Feb. 26, 2025) - Great ideas have the power to change industries, launch businesses, and shape the future—but without protection, they can easily be copied or taken. Intellectual property (IP) safeguards inventions, brand names, creative works, and trade secrets, ensuring that innovators maintain control over their work. For entrepreneurs, students, and small [...]
PRAIRIE VIEW, Texas (Feb. 5, 2025) - A popular Prairie View A&M University tradition continues as the historic John B. Coleman Library releases its highly anticipated African American History Month reading list. The library, which serves as a hub for academic resources and research, as well as a cultural center that celebrates the rich history [...]
PRAIRIE VIEW, Texas (February 3, 2025) - Prairie View A&M University is proud to announce that a distinguished group of faculty members from various disciplines are available to provide expert insights and perspectives for news programs during Black History Month.
As the 2024 election ushers in a new administration, libraries must advocate strongly for their role as independent, neutral spaces that foster free access to information for all people. In the 2024 legislative sessions, a record number of bills were introduced that threaten library protections and freedom of access. Those include proposals to remove legal [...]
PRAIRIE VIEW, Texas (Sept. 6, 2024) - National Read a Book Day, observed annually on Sept. 6, encourages individuals to engage with literature and recognize the cognitive and emotional benefits of reading. Studies show that reading enhances memory, reduces stress and promotes mental stimulation. It's also a good opportunity to just slow down, pick up [...]
