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Online Classes and Presentations

The John B. Coleman Library Academic Integrity Library Online Workshop/Class is a one-hour session taught by the John B. Coleman Library’s Reference and Instruction Librarians who engage in information about PVAMU’s academic dishonesty, academic integrity, and the PVAMU honor codes, along with information about library researching skills, plagiarism, artificial intelligence, ChatGPT, and copyright.

Classes and registration links

This Zoom John B. Coleman Library Reference and Information Services Department online presentation is every Monday night 7:30 pm to 8:30 pm from January 12, 2026 to May 9, 2026. The training will build from the attendees’ personal library research questions, research assignments, and homework assignments. The audience will have the opportunity to engage with the presenter on what are the best methods and practices for finding the resources for your library research papers and projects as the seminar takes part in showcasing the John B. Coleman Library online services, resources, and databases for your research needs.

Presenter: Kimberly M. Gay, Head of Reference and Information Services Department, Academic Reference and Instruction Librarian II  kmgay@pvamu.edu

Time and Day: Every Monday, 7:30 pm – 8:30 pm

Registration Link: >>  https://pvpanther.zoom.us/meeting/register/d5fCkTxQTMSp_yWZyEsPog

In this presentation, we will explore the fundamental principles of conducting business research, including strategies and resources available in the library. There will also be time for questions and answers.

Presenter: Carlene Ussing, Academic Reference and Instruction Librarian I, Business Studies cjussinghowell@pvamu.edu

Time and Day: Every Wednesday, 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm

Registration Link: https://pvpanther.zoom.us/meeting/register/Aq_zjczzQouKJ3TAWO9odg

This presentation will serve to help Students, Faculty, and Staff to do Humanities research using the Library’s catalog and online databases. Topics covered will include library database and catalog searches, interlibrary loan, library services, and Q&A.

Presenter: Jordan Signater, Academic Reference and Instruction Librarian I, Humanities  jlsignater@pvamu.edu

Time and Day: Every Monday, 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm

Registration Link: https://pvpanther.zoom.us/meeting/register/rr1ivVqjTbaEtk6g4XyGFQ

The philosophy of science research sessions will provide conceptual frameworks for interacting with science, technology, engineering, and mathematics research. Using historical and modern examples of exciting scientific concepts, this course will deliver skills needed for basic research principles, finding strong sources, and using the library’s resources to do so. We will strive to uncover aspects of STEM research that have been traditionally overlooked, and give new context for scientific ideas.

 Presenter: Ryan Gottlieb, Academic Reference and Instruction Librarian I, STEM

 Time and Day: every Thursday 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm

 Registration Link: https://pvpanther.zoom.us/meeting/register/10zUh4q6TlG8nmqcjv_5mg

This presentation will showcase the College of Nursing Library’s resources. Topics covered will include database searching, access to the library’s extensive online collection of materials, and highlight online navigation. Attendees will have an opportunity to share their own research questions and receive research recommendations in real time during the session.

Presenter: Maria Walker, Academic Reference and Instruction Librarian I, College of Nursing mdwalker@pvamu.edu

Time and Day: Every Wednesday: 5:00 pm to 6:00 pm

Registration Link: https://pvpanther.zoom.us/meeting/register/mHUrHtQmRa-s6Rm-1nPPwA

Registration Link — NWHC Tech Tuesday Presentations

SCAD Room 505
Special Collection and Archives
Phone: (936) 261-1516

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Northwest Houston Center Library
Phone: (713) 790-7155

Music Library
Dr. Robert A. Henry Music Library
Phone: (936) 261-3322

CON Library
College of Nursing Library
Phone: (713) 790-7119

RI lab 127D
Research and Instruction Lab 127D
Phone: (936) 261-1535

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Learning Commons and Computer Lab

Disclaimer: The library aims to comply with the University Accessibility Guidelines. Some resources may link to external platforms. If you ever experience accessibility barriers, please contact the library’s technical services at techserv@pvamu.edu for assistance. We are here to help. 

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Mailing Address
P.O. Box 519; MS 1040
Prairie View, Texas 77446

Physical Address
130 L.W. Minor St.
Prairie View, Texas 77446

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Library: (936) 261-1500
Administration: (936) 261-1519
Reference: (936) 261- 1535
Circulation Front Desk: (936) 261-1542

Fax (Room 104)
(936) 261-1538

Email
askalibrarian@pvamu.edu

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Spring Semester Regular Hours:

Monday – Thursday: 7 a.m. – 12 a.m.
Friday – Saturday: 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Sunday: 1 p.m. – 12 a.m.

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