Preston Library at Virginia Military Institute

Preston Library at Virginia Military Institute The main library for the Virginia Military Institute community. Named for Colonel J. T. L. All areas of the library have wireless access.

The mission of Preston Library is to provide library materials and services of the highest quality; to teach skills needed for academic inquiry and lifelong learning; to support faculty and undergraduate research; to provide access to and promote the use of Institute historical materials; to support the creation and use of multimedia by cadets and faculty; and to offer library services to the comm

unity at large. Preston, the library was dedicated in 1939, enlarged in 1972, and renovated in 1996. The building is equipped with 32 public-access, networked computers for research use, and a computer instruction lab which enables librarians to offer hands-on training for our numerous online resources. Preston Library also has 110 individual study carrels that are available on a first come, first serve basis. Carrels are equipped with study lamps, power outlets, and network connections. There are six group study rooms available on the 6th floor and four on the 3rd floor in addition to many large tables for study and research. Each floor also has a gallery area furnished with comfortable armchairs and sofas. In addition, the library maintains a music collection with music players and comfortable seating in the Timmins Music Room. Preston Library’s collections include over 300,000 volumes of print materials, over 5000 non-print items, and more than 300 scientific, literary, and general interest print periodicals. The Library installed an integrated library system in 1991 and upgraded its system in 2004. The online catalog is available at library.vmi.edu. In addition, the library provides access to more than 100 full-text and citation databases and over 60,000 full-text electronic journals, many purchased through VIVA (the Virtual Library of Virginia). Preston Library is a selective depository of U.S. government publications, with current holdings of about 200,000 federal and state documents. Interlibrary loan service is available to cadets and faculty free of charge. Preston Library maintains a web presence at www.vmi.edu/library. Media Services and the VMI Archives are both located within the library. Media Services has 18 media carrels, a media creation room, and a media projection room for classes to view video formats. The Archives contains VMI's historic official records, photographs, manuscripts, and rare materials. It maintains a web presence at www.vmi.edu/archives.

Did you know that next week is Banned Books Week? This annual event highlights the value of free and open access to info...
10/03/2025

Did you know that next week is Banned Books Week? This annual event highlights the value of free and open access to information!

Welcome back! We are looking forward to a great semester!
08/28/2025

Welcome back! We are looking forward to a great semester!

Congratulations to all of our graduating Library Cadet Assistants!
05/13/2025

Congratulations to all of our graduating Library Cadet Assistants!

Congratulations to our Library Cadet Assistant (LCA) Cadet Strapponi!
03/26/2025

Congratulations to our Library Cadet Assistant (LCA) Cadet Strapponi!

🔐 Cyber Opportunities at VMI! 💻

Amber Strapponi ’26 attended the Cyber Communications and Defense Summit (C2DS), connecting with military leaders, cybersecurity experts, and industry professionals to explore the latest in cyber defense.

💬 “Interacting with top-tier experts gave me invaluable insights into modern cybersecurity strategies. I’m incredibly grateful to VMI and the DoD SMC Cyber Institute for this opportunity!” said Strapponi.

VMI prepares cadets to lead in cybersecurity and national defense. Are you ready to be next?

Have you visited the Preston Café on the 5th Floor of the Library? These cadets give it a thumbs up! Come enjoy some cof...
02/03/2025

Have you visited the Preston Café on the 5th Floor of the Library? These cadets give it a thumbs up! Come enjoy some coffee, drinks, and snacks while you enjoy a puzzle or read a book.

01/06/2025

❄️Due to inclement weather, VMI administrative offices will be closed, Monday, Jan. 6, 2025.

📣Any updates will be posted to Institute social media, as well as to vmi.edu.

On this day in 1976 the VMI Cadet featured the poem 'Twas The Night Before Furlough... You can view this issue and more ...
12/10/2024

On this day in 1976 the VMI Cadet featured the poem 'Twas The Night Before Furlough... You can view this issue and more on the VMI Archives Digital Collections website: https://digitalcollections.vmi.edu/

Congratulations to our Library Cadet Assistant Courtney Novotny!
12/04/2024

Congratulations to our Library Cadet Assistant Courtney Novotny!

11/11/2024

Today, VMI honors the courage and dedication of all veterans, including the countless VMI alumni who answered the call to serve.

VMI-trained leaders have upheld the Institute’s legacy of service and sacrifice to our nation from historic battlefields to today’s global missions. 🇺🇸

Happy Day! Ask your questions to
10/16/2024

Happy Day! Ask your questions to

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