Library Access, Services, and Continuity

Research Help

In-person Drop-in Help

Research Help Desk -- just inside the library main entrance, to the left of the café.

• Monday - Thursday: 10:00am - 5:00pm

Special Collections -- third floor, north.

• Monday: 1:00pm - 4:00pm
• Tuesday: 1:00pm - 4:00pm
• Wednesday: 1:00pm - 4:00pm
• Thursday: 1:00pm - 7:00pm
• Friday: 1:00pm - 4:00pm

Online Help

• Sunday: Online Reference 2:00pm - 6:00pm
• 24/7 chat and email services (see below).

Online and chat reference options

• Email Us -- a Cal Poly Humboldt librarian will respond during normal business hours and Sundays.
• Chat with a librarian -- 24/7 chat services with librarians from all over the globe (coming soon).

Fall 2022 Library Hours

• Monday - Thursday: 7:30am - 11:00pm
• Friday: 7:30am - 8:00pm
• Saturday: 11:00am - 7:00pm
• Sunday: 11:00am - 11:00pm

Campus and Library are closed: Veterans Day (Nov. 11). Fall break hours TBA

Are you looking for answers to some simple questions? Please visit our FAQ page to find answers to some common questions like: 

Can I check out a laptop?

Can I check out textbooks on reserve?

Can I check out books and other materials?

How can I get an ID card?

Do I need to return my library books (or other materials)? Will I get any fines?

How can I return items to the Library?

Will information literacy instruction be available remotely in fall?