If you are on campus, feel free to come to our Reference Desk, located on the first floor of Hunter Library. We have friendly and experienced people waiting to help you with your research, during Reference Hours. (Hours will vary on holidays and during summer.)
Call a Librarian
(828) 227-7465 or Toll-free: (866) 928-5424 during Reference Hours.
Chat with a Librarian
Instant Message (IM) your reference questions to a librarian. Available Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. 5 p.m. More info about Chat Reference at Hunter Library.
We have recently experienced technical difficulties with our IM! If you are not getting a response during Reference chat hours, please call (828) 227-7465 or Toll-free: (866) 928-5424.
NC Knows
Need help after the reference desk is closed? NC Knows is staffed by librarians around the country and is available 24 hours a day, every day!
Email a Librarian
Questions may be submitted at any time; however, answers will be e-mailed within 24 hours on weekdays from 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Email Ask-a-Librarian
Meet with a Subject Specialist
Arrange to meet with the librarian who specializes in your subject field for customized help with major research projects. Contact the subject specialist for your area or ask mailto:hbuchanan@email.wcu.edu to arrange a meeting.
Find More Help Online
For times when a reference librarian is not available, the following webpages may provide assistance: Research Guides by Subject, How Do I...?, Newspapers, or Databases by Subject.