This is a reminder that construction crews will be in the Hodges Library starting on Monday, May 21. They will begin to prepare the area by covering the marble floor and hanging dust barriers. We could see demolition begin as early as Tuesday, May 22 in Room 245. We are still in the process of … Continued
Construction preparation is now taking place, as demolition is scheduled to begin May 24th. All staff areas and service points are being cleared to accommodate the demolition and construction work. Protective measures will be taken throughout the affected area as work proceeds, including dust barriers and air quality devices, covering for the marble floors, and … Continued
The Music Library will temporarily close on May 26th as the Humanities and Social Sciences Building (HSS) undergoes renovations this summer but will remain open through May 25th with the following revised and extended hours: Beginning Tuesday, May 8th: Monday – Thursdays – 8:00 AM to 7:00 PM Fridays – 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM Saturdays … Continued
Hours of operation have been scaled back for the summer, but they are still open for business. Some of the of the map collections are being prepared to be moved to Hoskins Library this summer (June 4-8) in order to accommodate for the new UT student service project opening up on the ground floor. Beginning … Continued
The replacement tile floor is being installed the week of May 7th. Carpet installation and paint is scheduled for the end of May. The requisition for the new furniture is at UT Purchasing for bidding. The anticipated completion date may be as early as July, depending on furniture installation dates.
Discover Life in America is sharing the rich biodiversity of the Great Smoky Mountains with UT Libraries. From now until September, high resolution scans of plants, insects and fungi will adorn the reference room, 135 Hodges Library. Discover Life in America (DLIA) is the non-profit organization coordinating the All Taxa Biodiversity Inventory (ATBI) for the … Continued
The project will begin with work on the north side of Melrose (estimate that will take 2-3 weeks) and then move to the south side of Melrose for the rest of summer. This project only encompasses the top part of the Melrose Circle in front Melrose and Hess Halls and the Library. They are going … Continued
The UT, Knoxville campus is dotted with signs featuring Smokey in a hard hat and warnings of “Renovations Ahead!” There’s so much construction underway, that UTK has become a “cone zone.” The library is no exception. Renovations are underway to the John C. Hodges Main Library and to the Music Library’s temporary home in the … Continued
In conjunction with UT Library’s De-stress for Success events, now through May 8th, the Music Library has a variety of “de-stressing ” initiatives available to help relieve a little final exam stress: color a picture, borrow a Frisbee or Corn Hole game and take a quick study break outside, enjoy free snacks, or simply be inspired (or … Continued