Ask A Librarian Reference Services

What are my options for obtaining help from the library?
You may call your home campus reference desk.

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You may call 1-877-855-5929  for assistance from our centralized staff at Library Services for Distance Learners.

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You may request assistance via e-mail by filling out the Ask A Librarian E-Mail Form.

Who may use the toll free and e-mail services?
These services are open to all, however, current students, faculty, and staff from the participating community colleges will receive priority.

What kinds of questions can I ask?
Any research question you would ask at a reference desk in any library. This might include:

• Where can I find statistics on …?
• How do I begin research for …?
• Can you help me find…?
• How do I write a citation for…?
• I have looked in … and can’t find what I need. Where else should I look?
• and more…

How may I obtain books and articles once I have identified the materials I need?
For electronic materials, visit your college web site for links to full-text periodical databases and other electronic materials.

To fill out an Inter-Library Loan Form, click here.

The fastest way to obtain non-electronic materials is to visit the library which holds those materials. Participating libraries include those at Cuyamaca, Grossmont, Imperial Valley and Palomar Colleges. Follow the appropriate link for hours and directions.                 

If you cannot visit, call your home campus library to arrange an Interlibrary Loan.

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