Reference Services

General reference services are provided from the Library's Reference Desk. In most cases, the Reference Desk is always staffed by librarians. Reference Librarians can help you search the library's catalog and website. They can suggest and show you the right databases for searching journal articles.

Reference Services at the Henry Madden Library are:

Type Description Available Response

Chat/IM Ask! Library Hours Immediate
E-Mail Submit a question and a Librarian will answer you by e-mail. Monday-Friday Within 24 business hours

In Person If you are doing your research on campus, visit the Reference Desk of the Library. Library Hours Immediate

Phone Call us at (559) 278-2174. Library Hours Immediate