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UT Libraries support the teaching, research, and service mission of the University of Tennessee, Knoxville. The John C. Hodges Main Library, Webster C.

The UT Libraries serves the flagship campus of the state university system. The Libraries support the teaching, research, and service mission of the university and enhances the academic experience of each student at the Knoxville campus — through outstanding print and electronic collections, reference and instructional services, and top-notch facilities and technological resources. Pendergrass Agriculture and Veterinary Medicine Library, and George F. DeVine Music Library serve the Knoxville campus.

10/28/2026

Generations of Vols have walked these paths.

Using historical photographs preserved in UT Libraries Special Collections' Digital Collections, we matched past views of campus with footage from those same locations today.

What's your favorite memory of the University of Tennessee, Knoxville? 🧡

10/28/2026

Join us today, October 28, from 1-3 p.m. for an International Coffeehouse at the Hodges Library Mary Greer Room UT Libraries where we will feature drinks and snacks from Nigeria with volunteers from the Nigerian Students' Association at University of Tennessee Knoxville

10/27/2026

Join UT Libraries faculty Melissa Cantrell, Olivia Chin, and Brianne Dosch for "Blazing the Trail: Libraries as Guides for the Research Lifecycle," one of several fast-paced presentations featured at this semester's UT Mic/Nite.

Their presentation explores how UT Libraries supports researchers at every stage of the research journey, from managing and preserving data to navigating open publishing options and ensuring scholarship remains discoverable for years to come.

Hosted by the Office of the Provost, UT Knoxville, Mic/Nite is a "Pecha-Kucha Powered" evening that brings together UT faculty and staff from across disciplines to share ideas, spark conversations, and build new connections across campus. Attendees will enjoy a variety of short presentations showcasing the breadth of research, creativity, and innovation happening at UT Knoxville.

🗓️ Wednesday, October 28
⏰ Social Hour: 5:30 p.m.
⏰ Program: 6:30 p.m.
📍 Relix Variety Theatre, 1208 N Central St., Knoxville, TN

Open to UT faculty and staff. Partners welcome.

10/27/2026

Pop-Up Pup at Pendergrass was PAW-fect! 🐕

UT Libraries recently hosted Jordan Kaufman and her certified H.A.B.I.T. (Human Animal Bond in Tennessee) dog, Grimm, at Pendergrass AgVet Library to help reduce student stress, boost morale, and support academic well-being.

10/21/2026

Media Literacy Week is almost here! 🎤📚

Join UT Libraries October 26-30 on the second floor of Hodges Library to put your media literacy skills to the test!

Get ready to Access, Analyze, Evaluate, Create, and Act through:
📰 Deciding if a headline is clickbait
💻 Seeing what your digital footprint says about you
📖 Taking on quick information-literacy challenges and more!

Come hang out, test your skills, get creative, grab some treats, and see what the Libraries have to offer!

10/19/2026

We were honored to host Dennis McCarthy on campus during the recent Cormac McCarthy Society Conference in Knoxville, including a tour of Hodges Library and the Library Storage Annex. Thank you for sharing stories, memories, and a personal connection to one of the most celebrated literary figures associated with East Tennessee.

The conference also featured UT Libraries faculty members Jennie Mezick, Joshua Ortiz Baco, and Joy Panigabutra-Roberts, who participated in a panel focused on Cormac McCarthy's Library.

We are grateful to Dennis McCarthy, Chase McCarthy, and John Francis McCarthy for establishing an endowment in support of the library. To learn more, contact [email protected].

10/15/2026

Something sinister is stirring at Pendergrass AgVet Library... 🎲👀

Join us for a special D&D Horror Night and venture into a world of mystery, monsters, and supernatural surprises. Whether you're a seasoned adventurer or new to the table, all are welcome.

🗓️ Thursday, October 29
⏰ 5–8 p.m.
📍 Pendergrass Library (Group Study Area)

🔗 Complete the interest form by visiting the link in our bio and scrolling to the “Registration” section.

10/14/2026

Want to start a scholarly podcast?

Join our Academic Podcasting Workshop Series and learn the essentials of creating engaging scholarly podcasts. Each session covers a different topic and is open to faculty, postdoctoral researchers, and graduate students.

🗓️ Oct. 28, Nov. 4, Nov. 11, Dec. 2
⏰ 12:30-2 p.m.
📍 Hodges Library 212

🔗 Register by visiting the link in our bio and scrolling down to “Registration"

10/13/2026

Find out which Winnie the Pooh character your UT Libraries study spot is! 🧸

Happy 100th Anniversary, Winnie the Pooh! 🍯

10/12/2026

Your favorite UT Libraries spots, ASMR edition 😄📙

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1015 Volunteer Boulevard
Knoxville, TN
37996

Website

http://www.lib.utk.edu/, http://linktr.ee/utklibraries

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