In Person: To speak with a librarian, come to the Research Help Desk on the first floor.
Telephone: To reach a librarian by phone, call the Research Help Desk at (916) 484-8458.
Text: Text your questions to (916) 604-8976. We will respond as soon as possible. This service is staffed Mon-Fri, 9am-5pm.
Email: To send an email, use the Email Reference form. A librarian will respond within 24 hours Monday-Friday. If immediate assistance is preferred, call the Research Help Desk or use the chat box.
Chat: This service is staffed as possible Monday - Friday from 9:00 am until 5:00 pm. During busy times, it may be necessary to contact a librarian using one of the other methods listed.
Research Appointments: Appointments provide one-on-one sessions with a librarian, where you will get the undivided attention of a librarian for up to thirty minutes. These are available in person only and must be made two business days in advance. For more information, see the Research Appointment form.