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support your fully online research and learning needs.
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Monday - Thursday 7:30 am - 11:00 pm
Friday 7:30 am - 8:00 pm
Saturday 11:00 am - 7:00 pm
Sunday 11:00 am - 11:00 pm
Searching for articles, books or other resources? Ask a Librarian!
If you have a question, need help finding a book, journal article or searching a database, we can help you with your research.
Librarians staff the Research Help Desk Monday - Thursday 10:00 am - 5:00 pm.
Email replies are usually sent within 24 hours, except holidays and weekends. You can use this option to set up Zoom, Google Hangouts or other video conferencing.
Due to the building closure, all calls go to voicemail which are then sent via email to librarians who will respond.
First Floor Research Help Desk (707) 826-3418
Special Collections (707) 826-3419
Contact a specific subject specialist librarian to make an appointment for in-depth assistance on your project or assignment.
Our guides help you with your research by subject and other topics to offer specific tips and guidance.
View a list of recommended databases for each program and department at Cal Poly Humboldt.
These short (1-1.5 hour) online tutorials walk you through various topics, including Research Basics, APA & MLA Citations, Zotero citation management, Creating Academic Posters, Video Storytelling and much more.
Stay up-to-date on any issues related to campus changes due to COVID-19 preparedness, including access to textbooks, physical checkouts, library re-open dates and more.