Library Guides: How to Get Research Help: Home

Schedule an Appointment

You can schedule an appointment with a librarian by Zoom or in person.

The librarian will work with you on your research for up to an hour. Schedule your appointment on Academic Support Net under the Research with a Librarian calendar.

Learn more about research appointments and policies.

Tutorials

Learn how to use databases, request and save materials, and more with quick library tutorials.

Tutorials
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Chat

Chat live with a librarian about the credibility of your sources, how to create a better search, and much more.

Click the green Ask Us tab on the right side of any page of our website, or click here to chat now. If chat is offline, try our chatbot or submit a question.

How to Get Research Help

There are many ways to contact a librarian for help finding high-quality information and searching library databases.

Schedule an Appointment

You can schedule an appointment with a librarian by Zoom or in person.

Tutorials

Learn how to use databases, request and save materials, and more with quick library tutorials.

Find guidance for every step of the research process, including troubleshooting, in this essential guide.

Chat

Chat live with a librarian about the credibility of your sources, how to create a better search, and much more.

Submit a Question

Submit a question form for a librarian to answer when they are next available.

This is perfect for when chat is offline or you don't have time to talk right now.

Call or Text

You can call or text a librarian for research help.

Call: 630-844-7534

Text: 630-796-7615