Dinand Library Instructional Services

Reference Staff and Hours

Reference Librarians are eager to assist with your research. Our Reference Desk hours at Dinand Library are:

        Sunday: 2:00-10:00 p.m.
        Monday - Thursday:  9:30 a.m. -10:00 p.m.
        Friday: 9:30 -4:30 p.m.

You may schedule a consultation with a Reference Librarian if you would like extended reference assistance.

In addition to our traditional on-demand Reference Desk service, we also offer Online Research Help through an instant messaging service provided by Holy Cross in collaboration with participating members of the Association of Jesuit Colleges and Universities.  Holy Cross Librarians monitor this service on a rotating basis with other AJCU Librarians.

 

Customized Research Instruction

In these custom-designed classes, students are introduced to various research strategies, and taught how to use and evaluate the library's latest print and on-line resources relevant to a particular course or discipline.

We will consult with you to develop one or more classes that meet your course's unique needs. For example, using your suggested topics, a 50-minute class held in Dinand Library might focus on developing research strategies, demonstrating the use of the on-line catalog, periodical indexes, and pertinent reference sources. Or if you prefer, we can schedule your class in a computer lab and focus your class entirely on electronic resources. Both small and large groups can be accommodated in the library, computer lab or your classroom. Handouts and bibliographies will be prepared for each class.

These classes are offered on a first come, first served basis and should be scheduled at least two weeks in advance. To schedule a class, please contact any member of the Reference Staff.

Assignment Support

We are eager to help your students accomplish their assignments more efficiently and thoroughly. In order that we are better prepared to meet the reference needs of large numbers of students working on similar assignments, please inform us of any upcoming assignments or projects requiring library research. In this way, we will be able to ensure equal access to the best sources of the required information.  Please contact the library one week in advance of the assignment.

Research Consultation

Individual students or faculty requiring more in-depth research assistance are encouraged to schedule an appointment with any member of the Reference Staff. Scholars working on major projects or theses may wish to consult a librarian several times over the course of the semester as they proceed with their research.