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Ask a Librarian

Ask a Librarian is the general contact point for UW-Madison Libraries. Staff provide assistance with research processes, and answers questions about library systems and services. By training users in a wide variety of tools and techniques, and facilitating connections with subject experts, we support the teaching and research endeavors of UW-Madison.

Choose what works for you

Summer Hours (May 10 – September 2)

  • Monday – Friday: 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
  • Saturday – Sunday: Offline
  • Special Hours
    • Labor Day – 9/1: Offline

Call 608-262-3193 when College Library is open (see hours). Voicemail is checked periodically.

Text 608-729-7886 when Ask a Librarian Chat service is available. After-hours texts receive a response when Ask a Librarian Chat is available again.

At College Library – Get help at the first floor desk Monday to Friday 8 a.m. – 10 p.m. and Saturday & Sunday 11 a.m. – 10 p.m.

At other Library Locations – get help at service desks during the libraries’ open hours.

Schedule a Consultation to select a library and a time. Include a reason for the consultation so we can match you with an expert.

Please allow 24 hours for a reply. For immediate assistance, use Chat, Call/Text, or Walk-up

Fill out the Ask a Librarian Contact Form to receive an email reply within 24 hours.

Chat transcripts and emails are saved. They are used by UW-Madison Libraries to improve services.