Have you heard about open textbooks or open courseware? UT’s Student Government Association worked with the University Libraries over the last year to launch an award recognizing instructors who use open educational resources, including free and openly licensed textbooks, in their courses. On Tuesday, April 18, the SGA Open Education Awards will be presented to … Continued
The growing popularity of the Internet has made it easier and faster to find health-related information – right at your fingertips. Although much of it is valuable, some can be false and misleading. These handouts can help veterinary clients decide whether information they find on the Internet or receive via email is likely to be … Continued
Virginia Ingram, a student in UT’s audiology and speech pathology program, learns best by experience. That is why she contacted Pendergrass Library to 3D print a model of the human larynx. In Ingram’s anatomy and physiology class with Dr. Tim Saltuklaroglu, students could submit a model for an extra grade. She realized that having a … Continued
Student winners of UT’s graduate-level writing awards will read from their winning works on Monday, April 17. The event is part of the Writers in the Library reading series. Readings begin at 7 p.m. in the Lindsay Young Auditorium of the John C. Hodges Library. The public is invited to join the university community for … Continued
Faculty and graduate students are invited to a free, three-day institute on digital scholarship, May 15-17, at Hodges Library. A combination of hands-on workshops and guest speaker presentations will equip scholars with the skills they need to succeed in 21st-century digital research in academia. Participants may enroll in two of four tracks: Digital Collections & Exhibits … Continued
The third annual Graduate and Professional Student Appreciation Week (GPSAW) will take place April 3-7. The Tennessee Teaching and Learning Center, Graduate School, and UT Libraries are coming together to sponsor many great social events and professional development activities during this week. Check out the full GPSAW schedule here. Here is the list of library-sponsored … Continued
Do you want to check out Pendergrass Library’s 3D printers? Stop by the library for our first tour of the semester September 21 at 2pm! Participants will: See the library’s two 3D printers View sample projects and discover classroom applications Explore software options for 3D design Learn about the process for printing a 3D object … Continued
All students are invited to enjoy free pizza and reflect on their learning experiences this semester on Tuesday, April 11 at 6pm. Students will have an opportunity to interact with each other and library staff in an informal discussion. No RSVP is required. Don’t miss it!
Do you love coffee? Need a professional photo for your LinkedIn profile or upcoming job interview? The third annual Graduate and Professional Student Appreciation Week (GPSAW) is set to take place April 3-7. All students are welcome! Stop by Pendergrass for free coffee on Monday, April 3 and Tuesday, April 4 at 9am (until supplies … Continued
The UT Libraries Diversity Committee hosts a series of lunchtime discussions to facilitate comfortable dialogue about diversity and inclusion. Lunch and Learn invites students and other members of the campus community to talk openly but respectfully about complex issues that impact their lives and their campus experience. Join us for a workshop on intersectionality: Intersectionality: … Continued