Research Assistance
Reference librarians and other department staff are available to assist with the information needs of library users. They will help identify sources of information, give advice regarding research strategies, and provide directional or other guidance to the library or other information resources.
The main service desk for reference assistance is on the 1st floor of McIntyre Library. Archives and Special Collections also provides reference assistance. They are located on the 5th floor of McIntyre Library.
Besides providing in-person assistance, reference librarians also will answer questions...
- by phone *(below)
- by e-mail: library.reference@uwec.edu
In addition to one-on-one reference service, librarians in all departments also provide consultations by appointment and teach classes and workshops on information seeking and effective use of the library. For more information, see our Library Instruction pages.
Phone a Librarian
Having trouble with off-campus connections to databases or online journals? Before contacting us, please try to work through this guide on troubleshooting.
General Questions
- McIntyre Library's Reference Desk: 715-836-3858
- McIntyre Library's Archives and Special Collections Desk: 715-836-2739
- McIntyre Library's DE toll-free phone number: 877-267-1384
Questions about borrowing, overdue books, laptop checkout, etc.
- McIntyre Library's Circulation Desk: (715) 836-3856
