Reference services help you find information for a quick question or a more detailed research need. Assistance is available through the reference desk and the Library’s supported online or phone channels.
How a librarian can help
- Search the online catalog and locate library materials.
- Identify databases and other resources relevant to a topic.
- Refine an information request when a material is unavailable.
- Refer you to another library, agency or information source when appropriate.
Ways to connect
Visit the reference desk or use the email, phone or Messenger contact published by your campus library. The manual describes Library Online Reference Assistance and Library Phone Reference Assistance.
Contact the right campus
Find your librarianPlan your research
Open the research support guideAvailable reference services
View the service directorySource
Adapted from WPU Library Manual of Operation, 2024, Part I, pp. 19–20; Part II, p. 32. PDF page numbering includes the cover and front matter.
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