Reference Services at Regenstein Library
Reference Librarians provide a variety of services to assist you. We can answer general questions about the Library's collections and services and about the University, help you locate government documents and statistics, assist you in beginning your research, and guide you in identifying and searching our many electronic resources most effectively and efficiently.
Ask a Librarian
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We normally respond within 24 hours. |
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In PersonRegenstein Library's Ask a Librarian / Reference Desk is open during these hours. |
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By Phone773-702-4685 during these hours. |
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By AppointmentSchedule an appointment to meet with a librarian about a research paper or project. |
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Ask Live / IM ServiceIM service is offered by some University of Chicago librarians. |
Other Reference Services
- Special Collections Research Center staff provides assistance using rare books, manuscripts, and the University archives
- Bibliographers/subject specialists are available for specialized assistance
- Class Librarians are available to help students in the College





