Make Your Research "Groovy, Baby!"
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Source: http://blog.whooosreading.org/15-most-accurate-school-librarian-memes/ |
Do you have a paper or project coming up and have no idea where to begin? Don't worry! The Library Staff is ready to help you begin your research! We are always committed to being available for you at anytime, from anywhere!
Ways to Connect with a Librarian:
In-Person - No appointment required. The library is in the Main Building near the Bookstore.
By Email - reference@pvcc.edu We respond within 24 hours except on weekends and holidays (but it's often faster than that).
By Phone - 434-961-5309
Chat 24/7 - Chat with a PVCC librarian during the hours we are open! If the library is closed, you will be connected with a qualified librarian from around the world.
Be sure to also check out our online resources:
Database List: As a PVCC student, you have access to hundreds of thousands of articles, ebooks, videos, and more through our online databases! Check out our Database List to start your search!
Citation Styles Playbook: Don't have one of our handy-dandy citation handouts? Never fear, all of the same citation information is available in this Playbook!
How do I write an academic research paper?: Not even sure where to begin with your research paper? This guide will walk you step-by-step through the process, from deciding on a topic, to formatting your paper, to citing your sources!
How do I find academic sources?: Need help finding scholarly and academic articles or ebooks for your research? This guide will help you find great databases to use and select the best search terms for you topic.
Also, be sure to check all of our available Playbooks to see if we have one for your specific course, assignment, or question! These guides will have information and suggestions tailor-made to fit your requirements.