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Make an Appointment - Brown University Library

Make an appointment in 3 steps. Step 1: Select a staff member. Step 2: Select an available date. Step 3: Select an available timeslot.

Not sure which appointment type is right for you? Start with a 20-minute session, and we can schedule follow-up consultations as needed.

Citation Help (20 Minutes)

Quick support for all your citation needs. Book for when you need to:

  • Organize sources and documents
  • Use citation management tools like Zotero or EndNote
  • Understand how to cite unusual sources like social media or government documents

Research Help (20 Minutes)

Targeted assistance for specific research questions. Book for topics such as:

  • Navigating specialized databases like JSTOR, PubMed, or LexisNexis
  • Troubleshooting access issues with library resources
  • Learning advanced search techniques to find better sources
  • Locating historical newspapers or archives
  • Selecting subject-specific databases and tools

Advanced Research Appointments (60 Minutes)

In-depth consultations for complex research projects. Book for topics such as:

  • Thesis or honors capstone students developing research methodologies
  • Course-long research projects requiring multiple source types
  • Literature review planning and organization
  • Provide guidance on constructing a comprehensive literature search strategies.
  • Identifying or navigating multiple primary source collections and archives
  • Interdisciplinary research requiring specialized resources

Book your appointment today and work directly with a library expert who specializes in your subject area.