Research And Instruction

The Research & Instruction Department, located on the first floor of Fogler Library in the Information Commons, offers support via chat, email, and individual consultations.

Subject librarians provide both one-on-one and course-related instruction on research tools and strategies. They also help develop the library’s collections in their respective areas.

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Subject Specialists
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Research Guides
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Research 101

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Ask a Librarian

Welcome to Fogler Library’s Ask a Librarian Service. Our librarians are here to assist you with any research questions.

  • Ask a Librarian: Use the “Chat with a Librarian” bar below to chat with us during our chat hours.
  • Email a Librarian: Send your question via email. Email us at any time. We will respond as soon as possible.
  • Meet a Librarian: Email, chat, or call to arrange a one-on-one in-person, phone call or Zoom meeting. Zoom meetings can be video or audio-only at your request. Contact your Subject Librarian directly to schedule a meeting.
  • Phone a Librarian: Call our reference desk at 207.581.1673 during our hours and we will answer your questions

Fall 2025 Hours

In Person & Phone

  • Monday – Thursday
  • 10 am – 5 pm
  • Friday
  • 10 am – 4 pm

Chat & Email

  • Monday
  • 10 am – 6 pm
  • Tuesday – Wednesday
  • 11 am – 6 pm
  • Thursday
  • 11 am – 5 pm
  • Friday
  • 10 am – 4 pm