Our collection serves as the foundation for researchers studying global climate change, biological invasions, and species relationships. We are the caretakers of these irreplaceable resources that date as far back as the 1800s. Our facility is used for undergraduate and graduate research; professional teaching and research; and public service. Graduate students in the Department of Ecology and Evolutionary Biology gain advanced training in biodiversity research and specimen curation, which prepares them to be the next wave of successful scientists.
Join our enthusiastic team of staff, students, and volunteers by contacting Collections Manager Garrett Billings at tennherbarium@utk.edu or Herbarium Director Jessica M. Budke at jbudke@utk.edu.