Student Services

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Librarians are here to help with all aspects of the research process, from forming research questions to adding final footnotes. We will work with you to focus your searches, locate appropriate materials, and build your scholarly voice.

To get in touch schedule a meeting, stop by the Library Service Desk, email library@clarku.edu, or use the library chat available on the library website.

Research Guides

Getting started on a research project or finishing up a bibliography? The
library’s collection of research guides are designed to help orient you to
library spaces, resources, research and citations.

  • General Library Tutorial: Learn the basics of the library building and
  • services.
  • Research Guides: Use these librarian-curated guides as tools to get
  • started on a research project or find tutorials on library resources.
  • Citations: Explore the library guide to learn how to create and
  • manage citations.
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Spaces

From comfy chairs to large tables, the library is designed with a variety of spaces to work independently or with others. As you travel up in the building the level of noise decreases, and the fifth floor is reserved for silent study. If you are working on a group project or need to talk with a friend, the second or third floor of the library is the best place for you.

Study rooms

Book a space to work with friends or independently. Rooms are available for a maximum of two hours, and can be renewed in-person at the Library Service Desk for an additional two hours, depending on demand.