Ask A Librarian - Reference Services

Online Librarian 24/7

Association of Jesuit Colleges and Universities LogoThis service allows SCU students, faculty, and staff to chat and browse online with a reference librarian, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week (except for a few holidays)

Your questions will be answered by SCU librarians, academic librarians in the AJCU consortium, or by a contractual librarian.

This service is a collaboration among 19 Jesuit universities in the United States.

Online Librarian 24/7 FAQ.

Instant Messaging

Use instant messaging for help with simple, basic questions. You can use the following IM services and screen names:

Available most of the time during the same hours the Information Commons Desk is open.

IM Reference FAQ

email reference icon Email Reference

This service is for current SCU faculty, students and staff.

Your e-mail question will be answered by an SCU librarian within 24 hours.

In Person

Ask your questions in person at the Information Commons Desk in the Library during regular hours.

Telephone Reference IconBy Telephone

You can also call the Information Commons Desk at 408-554-5074.

If you call outside of normal hours or are transferred to voicemail, please leave a detailed message including your contact information.