Ask a Librarian


Schedule a consultation with a libraries subject specialist.

E-mail your library question for assistance.

Stop by on weekdays for drop-in help. More info

Call us at (212) 854-7309 for general library information, or contact an individual library.

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Service Restrictions

Use of Ask a Librarian services is limited to Columbia University faculty, students, staff, and alumni; and to those with questions specific to the Columbia University Libraries, the use of its collections, and its policies. If you’re not affiliated with Columbia University, please direct your query to your local public, state, or academic library.