Pendergrass Library
Location Description
Pendergrass Library is located on the UTK Institute of Agriculture campus. The library serves students, faculty, staff, and the public who are seeking information and research related to UT’s Institute of Agriculture and its two colleges: the Herbert College of Agriculture and the College of Veterinary Medicine. In addition, we offer physical and online access to our resources and provide key services that benefit all of UTK.
Practicum Work Mode
On site
Semesters or Time Period Available
Ongoing, not limited to a specific semester
Location
2407 River Dr A113 Vet Teaching Hospital
Knoxville, TN 37996
https://www.lib.utk.edu/agvet/
Contact
Bokeuim Yeom
Public Services & Engagement Librarian
byeom@utk.edu
865-387-8388
Student Tasks
Support Public Service (working front desk shifts)
Support Engagement Activities
– Create information boards and flyers
– Update library research guides
– Engage in and participate in Pendergrass outreach events
Collection Development
– Develop the leisure reading collection
– Participate in Seed Library Projects
Type of Mentoring Provided to the Student
Professional career mentoring
Student Interaction With Others at the Location
UT Campus that associated outreach event (e.g., Hodges Library, McClung Museum, Music Library, etc.)