Welcome to the UAA Consortium Library! Our Information and Research Help Desk is your go-to for navigating academic resources and services. Whether you’re a student, faculty member, or community member, we’re here to assist you with information and research support to enhance your academic journey.
Information and Research Help Desk: Your First Stop for Assistance
Our Information and Research Help Desk is here to support a variety of needs. Here’s how we can help:
- Finding Scholarly Articles: Whether you’re searching for specific research papers, journal articles, or academic resources, our staff are skilled at helping you locate the right sources through our various databases and library catalog.
- Getting Help with Citations: Proper citation is crucial in academic writing. We offer assistance with various citation styles, including APA, MLA, and Chicago, ensuring you credit your sources correctly and avoid plagiarism.
- Printing Assistance: Need to print research papers, essays, or other documents? Our staff can guide you through the printing process whether your printing at one of our machines or from your personal devices!
No matter what your academic task involves, our staff are ready to provide the support you need to complete your work or help connect you to the resources that can!
We are available in-person or online via chat, email, text, or phone at Ask Us.
Liaison Librarians: Specialized Support for Your Discipline
Beyond the general help available at the Information and Research Help Desk, our liaison librarians offer tailored support for specific departments and academic programs. Each librarian has in-depth knowledge of their assigned field, making them an excellent resource for specialized needs. Whether you require assistance with specific research topics or guidance on discipline-specific resources, your liaison librarian is well-versed in the unique requirements and nuances of your area of study.
- Book that 1:1 Research Appointment
- For personalized research assistance, schedule a one-on-one consultation with a liaison librarian via our booking calendar. This allows you to get focused guidance on your specific project.
Tools and Spaces to Enhance Your Studies
Our library also provides access to essential resources and spaces, including:
- Course Reserves: Access textbooks and other materials reserved for your courses.
- Laptops: Borrow a laptop for use within the library or on campus. We also have testing laptops available for those at-home proctored exams.
- Study Spaces: Find a quiet spot for focused study or group work in our designated study areas.
DIY Research Help: Empowering Your Independent Learning
For those who prefer to tackle research on their own, our Get Help with Research guide offers a wealth of resources and guides tailored to support your independent learning. Here’s a closer look at just some of what you’ll find:
- Sorting Out Your Sources: Learn how to effectively evaluate and categorize different types of sources for your research. This includes distinguishing between primary and secondary sources, understanding the difference between scholarly and popular resources, and assessing the credibility and reliability of the information.
- Understanding Literature Reviews: Discover what a literature review entails and how to conduct one. Our guides provides a plethora of information to help you get started or fine tune your Literature Reviews.
- Citation Tools and How-To Guides: Master the art of citations with our comprehensive guides on various citation styles such as APA, MLA, and Chicago. We also provide information on citation management tools that can help you organize your sources and generate accurate citations.
Explore our services today and make the most of the resources available to you. Visit us in person or online to discover how we can assist you in your academic endeavors!