Research Appointments

What is a Research Appointment?

A Research Appointment is your chance to have an in-depth discussion with a research expert. We'll show you the tricks and tools that will lead to successful research - and hopefully, an A on your research paper! (Sorry, you still have to write the paper yourself...)

How is an Research Appointment different from the help I always get at the Reference Desk?

You can always get personalized assistance at the Reference Desk, and you can drop by anytime we're open. We're open 58 hours/week - Monday-Thursday 9:00 am - 5:00 pm, Friday 9:00 am - 3:00 pm, and Sunday-Thursday 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm.

An Research Appointment is a more in-depth meeting with a librarian. The librarian knows your topic ahead of time, so she or he can prepare for your visit. Also, you won't be interrupted during a Research Appointment, because you have the librarian all to yourself.

Great, what do I have to do?

Stop by the Reference Desk (main floor of the library) and talk with a Reference Librarian. We'll discuss your project and decide if you're ready for a Research Appointment.

• If you haven't started your research yet, the Reference Librarian will get you started right away - no waiting.
• If you have started your research and don't know where to turn next, we'll schedule an in-depth Research Appointment with you and a librarian.

In order to give you the best possible service, the librarians need at least 48 hours advance notice to prepare a Research Appointment. Sorry, weekends don't count!

Research Appointments are offered throughout the semester. Ask for more information at the Reference Desk or call 337-6600.