On behalf of UT, the University Libraries became members of the Open Textbook Network (OTN) in 2016. As part of our membership, OTN will present an open textbook workshop on campus. Instructors concerned about the impact of high textbook costs on students may apply to attend the workshop, sponsored by the UT Libraries and led … Continued
On Monday, April 10, novelist Manuel Gonzales will read at the University of Tennessee. The event is part of UT’s Writers in the Library reading series. The mission of Writers in the Library is to “showcase the work of novelists, poets, and other literary craftsmen.” Some of the best voices in contemporary literature are invited … Continued
Tze-Lan Sang will present a lecture on Taiwanese women and documentary films Monday, March 27, 3:30 – 5:00 p.m., at the McClung Museum. A film screening, exhibit, and reception are planned in conjunction with her visit. Tuesday, March 21 Film screening: “Let’s Fall in Love” 3:45-5:15 p.m., Hodges Library Auditorium Monday, March 27 Meet professor … Continued
Is your instructor using an open textbook or other open educational resource so that everyone in your class can access teaching and learning materials? Nominate your instructor for the Student Government Association’s Open Education Award. What makes open educational resources open? OERs are created by teachers and faculty and are licensed openly so that anyone … Continued
On Monday, March 27, poets Maria James-Thiaw and Bobby C. Rogers will present readings at the University of Tennessee. The event is part of UT’s Writers in the Library reading series. The mission of Writers in the Library is to “showcase the work of novelists, poets, and other literary craftsmen.” Some of the best voices … Continued
Samantha Mathews joined UT Libraries in May 2016 as a Senior Library Associate in Acquisitions and Continuing Resources. When you check out a book, Samantha or someone in her department likely ordered and processed it. Watch or read more to hear about Samantha’s exciting hobbies (hint: it involves the circus). Where were you born and … Continued
Wade Bishop from the UT School of Information Sciences will speak on “Geographic Information: Organization, Access, and Use” on Monday, March 27. All are invited to his presentation at 3:30 p.m. in Room 213 of the John C. Hodges Library. Geographic information (GI) in the context of big data creates new avenues of research related … Continued
Workshop: Introduction to Health Sciences Resources 3:00-4:00 p.m., Thursday, March 23 211 Hodges Library Register at http://s.lib.utk.edu/healthsciencesworkshop or email health sciences librarian Melanie Allen at melanie-allen@utk.edu Are you new to health-related research? Join our workshop to learn about health resources that are freely available online and through the Libraries’ website. The UT Libraries subscribes to thousands … Continued
On Monday, March 20, distinguished poet, Potomac Review poetry editor, and UT alumna Katherine Smith will be reading from her collection, Woman Alone on the Mountain. The event is part of the University of Tennessee’s Writers in the Library reading series. The mission of Writers in the Library is to “showcase the work of novelists, … Continued
Underground steam pipes next to Hodges Library are scheduled for replacement. Work will begin March 13 and continue through the summer of 2017. During the project: Both ground floor entrances to Hodges Library will remain open. The sidewalk along Volunteer Blvd., between Melrose Ave. and the pedestrian mall, will be closed throughout the project. The … Continued