Ask a Librarian | Click on the green bar in lower right corner of Library webpages. Connect immediately with a librarian with our instant message service. This services is available 24/7. Messiah Librarians staff the chat during weekdays during the academic year. After hours, your chat will be answered by an off-site librarian. |
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Who is my librarian? To meet with a librarian for the subject or department of your research, please find the liaison librarian in the list and contact her for an appointment. Librarians are available to meet for one-on-one research consultations. This provides in-depth, personalized instruction to assist with search strategies, identifying resources, and citations. Schedule an appointment with a specific librarian:
Students, faculty, and staff may schedule an appointment with a librarian for one-on-one assistance in finding relevant information for research papers and other projects. A research consultation may include guidance on how to use the Library's many resources, in print and online. Consultations can take place in person, by phone, or by web conference. |
Librarian Availability
Librarians are available Monday through Friday through the Ask a Librarian widget, one-on-one consultations, phone, and by email.
*For any time not listed above, please use the green "Ask a Librarian" button on the bottom of the library web pages to ask your questions. An off-site librarian will respond in a few minutes.
Expected response time
Weekdays: A librarian will respond immediately via the chat service. By email, expect a response within a few hours.
Evenings, Weekends, Holidays, University breaks, and Summers: While librarians often check for emailed questions, it may take a little longer (up to 24 hours) to respond.
Research Help:
Email: library@messiah.edu
Murray Librarians can:
Murray Library Circulation Desk:
Phone: (717) 691-6006, ext. 3860
Email: CirculationDesk@messiah.edu
Contact for help with accessing your account, renewing, returns, and fines/fees.