Event Part of Statewide Tour to Highlight Role of University Presses in Publishing University of Tennessee Press Director Katie Hannah will visit campuses across the state during University Press Week, Nov. 11–15, 2024. Hannah’s tour will spotlight the work of UT Press, the value of university presses in today’s publishing landscape, and opportunities for aspiring … Continued
The University of Tennessee’s student newspaper, The Daily Beacon, serves as a time capsule of cherished memories, capturing the laughter, triumphs, and stories of countless alumni throughout the history of the university. Tennessee alumni recall their experiences during their college days, reminiscing about the time spent during what many consider the most fun years of … Continued
The University of Tennessee Marching Band, better known as the Pride of the Southland, is one of the oldest and most prestigious collegiate band programs in the country. The band celebrates its 155th anniversary this year. What began as a small all-male military band has grown to a university marching band of more than 300 … Continued
Library users can now check out their own library books from Hodges Library — without standing in line at the Public Services desk. Users can checkout books at the Meescan kiosk or from their mobile devices. Self-checkout is available only at Hodges Library. Using the Kiosk Bring your books to the Meescan Kiosk, just outside … Continued
If you’re looking forward to a hike in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park but would like some guidance, try the titles below — available from the University of Tennessee Press. There’s something here for everyone, from backpackers to families hiking with young children. Hiking Trails of the Great Smoky Mountains: A Comprehensive Guide, by … Continued
Tennessee’s first home demonstration agent, Virginia P. Moore, makes a cameo appearance in The Growing Season, the latest novel by Tennessee author Jane Lorenzini. To flesh out Moore’s character, the novelist delved into the Virginia P. Moore Collection held at the University of Tennessee Libraries. In the first decades of the 20th century, home demonstration … Continued
The UT Libraries held its annual Spirit Awards ceremony on May 21. As Dean of Libraries Steve Smith told the gathering, the yearly breakfast is an opportunity to “recognize and honor the outstanding achievements of our faculty, staff, and students who embody the spirit of excellence, innovation, and service within our libraries.” A committee of … Continued
Friends and donors gathered recently to celebrate Scot Danforth, retired director of The University of Tennessee Press, at Books, Beer and Banjos. The event lauded his thirty years of service to UT and raised funds for a new endowment named in his honor. The Scot Danforth UT Press Director Endowment supports the UT Press by … Continued
The University of Tennessee will host spring commencement ceremonies, May 16-18. UT Libraries takes the opportunity to recognize library staff and student assistants who are graduating and to celebrate their hard work and accomplishments. Cameron Atkinson. Cameron Atkinson was a student library assistant at Pendergrass Agriculture and Veterinary Medicine Library for four years while pursuing … Continued
When the Dean of Libraries wants a student perspective on library services and resources, he can turn to his Student Advisory Committee. Being able to call on a standing committee composed of undergraduate and graduate students from various colleges and disciplines offers the Libraries a ready-made focus group and a sounding board on the issues … Continued