In celebration of Black History Month, Dr. Wade W. Nobles spoke to students as part of a lecture series, Thursday, Feb. 8, in the Memorial Student Center auditorium. Nobles, a Stanford University graduate, is a prominent theoretical scientist in the fields of African psychology, cross-cultural and ethno-human functioning. He is […]
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President’s book list
President George C. Wright recently compiled a list of highly acclaimed literature. The book list features some of the most commended and notable ever written. Wright developed the book list in an effort to educate students about the importance of life-long learning and exploration. ” I am a former history […]
Library Web site gets facelift
The John B Coleman Library Web site will undergo massive changes beginning Feb. 14 to enable students to get easier access to the library’s resources and search databases. Students will still be able to log onto the Web site from Prairie View’s main page, but the library’s homepage will now […]
Don’t call it a come back
The Queen of R&B Soul, Mary J. Blige, made a fierce comeback last Sunday night. In between the tears, lengthy speeches, and deafening ovations, an incredibly grateful Blige received awards for three of her eight nominations. Her double-platinum triumph, “The Breakthrough” which is perhaps the 35 year-old’s biggest album, landed […]
Wilson enlightens students in debate
In honor of black history month, psychology professor Dr. Derek Wilson spoke at the second brown bag history luncheon. The event was held Monday, Feb. 12, in the library at noon. The program opened with Wilson asking students in attendance what they expected from the discussion and debate. He then […]
Health center responds to meningitis scare with free antibiotics, counseling
Two Prairie View A&M University students were recently diagnosed with the deadly virus meningitis and steps are now being taken to educate students about the disease and prevent it from spreading. Last Friday, the office of Institutional Relations and Public Service, issued a health advisory to all students via e-mail. […]
Infamous NYC drug lord gets life without parole
NEW YORK – A remorseless drug lord with ties to hip hop and Hollywood was spared the death penalty Friday by a jury that instead sentenced him to life in prison without parole for having two rivals killed. Kenneth “Supreme” McGriff, 46, who had listened calmly as federal prosecutors called […]
Pyschologically Speaking: How do you eat an elephant? Effective time management
During the course of the semester, you may find yourself feeling overwhelmed by all of the work that you have to do. Personal time management is a set of skills that can help you avoid that feeling and allow you to function effectively even under intense pressure. The elements of […]
Prairie View remains positive on outlook of season despite loss
The Panthers of Prairie View A&M University faced off against the Javelinas of Texas A&M Kingsville. Kingsville came in with a record of 2-2 while the Panthers came in with an impressive 8-2 record. At the start of the game both teams’ pitching staff showed great skill by keeping batters […]
Texas seven escapee looking to speed up execution
DALLAS – A prison escapee who helped kill an Irving police officer on Christmas Eve 2000 notified court officials he wants to drop all appeals to speed up his execution. Michael Anthony Rodriguez, 44, would become the first member of the notorious Texas Seven escapees to face execution. One of […]