Midterm Writing Blitz 10/1

UT Librarians and Writing Center staff will help students with research, organization, and writing at the first Writing Blitz of the semester on Monday, October 1. Students can work to complete a quality paper with expert advice, designated workstations, coffee, and sweet treats to help them write through the night. The Blitz is from 5 … Continued

Elevators in Hodges Library

4:30 p.m., THURSDAY, SEPT. 20. We are currently experiencing problems with two of the elevators in Hodges Library. At this time, only one elevator is operational. We realize this is an enormous inconvenience, and we are working to resolve the problems. For those needing assistance, please ask the Public Services desk at the 2nd floor … Continued

Digital Collection Spotlights Tennessee’s First Home Demonstration Agent

Virginia P. Moore was Tennessee’s first home demonstration agent. Her work with farm women and rural girls in the early 20th century is documented in a new digital collection created by the University of Tennessee Libraries. The Virginia P. Moore Collection can be viewed online at digital.lib.utk.edu/vpmoore. Moore organized canning clubs in rural counties, teaching … Continued

Here’s #HowToGetIntoHodges

You’ve seen our video tutorial on #HowToGetIntoHodges, right? We showed you how Vols have learned to use the pull and push method, the buddy system, the side kick, and total avoidance to get past the heavy doors of Hodges Library. The doors at the Melrose entrance are lovely. But after 30 years on the job, … Continued