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Self-Service for Students

A "How To" guide for FAU Students to learn about the library, its resources and services.

FAU Libraries

Boca Raton

Jupiter

Harbor Branch Oceanographic Institute

Broward College

Fort Lauderdale

Ask a Librarian!

​Ask A Librarian!

The Instruction and Engagement Department provides help with using the library by chat, email, and phone in addition to on-line/virtual services.  

Before getting in touch, see our frequently asked questions.

 

Link to Ask a Librarian Chat Sun-Thu: 
10 AM - 12 AM
Fri - Sat:
10 AM - 5 PM

CHAT

  • Get help with your research and library-related questions.
  • FAU librarians will be available from 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM, Monday through Friday.
  • For all other times, librarians from around the state will be available for chat.
Link to Text a Librarian Sun-Thu: 
10 AM - 12 AM
Fri - Sat:
10 AM - 5 PM

TEXT

  • Send your text to (561) 767-8867.
  • Example: Text to (561) 767-8867: How late are you open on Saturday?
Link to Email a Librarian

 Anytime!

EMAIL

  • Responses may be emailed with the next business day or 48 hours.
Link to Call a Librarian

 

 See hours
at the right

PHONE

  • Instruction and Engagement Office: (561) 297-3785
    (Open Monday-Friday, 9:00 AM - 5 PM) 
  • Service Desk (library): (561) 297-6911 (during open building hours).
Computer icon for anytime DIY help Anytime!

ONLINE- Library Do-It-Yourself (DIY)

  • Learn how to find books and articles.
  • Discover tips on doing research.
  • Locate library and campus information AND more!
Anytime!

VIDEO TUTORIALS

  • Watch short videos for help with resources and services.
  • Videos for Finding, Research, Services, Citations, Tutorials and Workshops

Students and affiliates can also get assistance at FAU partner campus libraries at Jupiter, HBOI, Fort Lauderdale, and Davie.

Last updated on Jan 19, 2023 11:10 AM