Research Help
Librarians are available to help you with your research assignments and interests throughout the semester. Visit the library for one-on-one help from a librarian Monday through Friday during most business hours.
You can schedule a 30-minute research appointment in advance by completing the Request Research Appointment Form. We are available for research help by appointment Monday through Friday during the fall and spring semesters, and Monday through Thursday during the summer session.
Librarians can also help over email (submit your question here) and over the phone at (916) 608-6613.
Librarian Support
Watch this short video to find out how librarians can support you.
Research Appointments
Schedule a 30-minute research appointment with a librarian by completing the research request form.
Research Tutorials
Improve your research and information literacy skills by enrolling in LIBR 318. Continue learning with our self-paced, online library research tutorials and tools.
Research Guides
Online research guides will help you get started on your next assignment. Browse the guides by subject, course, or instructor to find recommended research strategies, books, databases, websites, and more.
Research Databases
Journals, magazines, newspapers, ebooks, films, and other sources are available online any time. You can access the Los Rios Research Databases from anywhere you have an Internet connection.
Citation Help
MLA, APA, Chicago, and NLM style guides are available to help you accurately document your research.
