Library Science: Home

Welcome to the Houston Cole Library Guide page! The Library Science page gives you links to key resources to help you start searching for information.

Need more help? Ask a librarian!

• Online Form
• In Person: 2nd Floor Reference Desk
• Call: 256-782-8034 or 1-800-782-5291
• Contact a Subject Specialist
• Chat: 

Reference hours:

• Mon-Thurs: 9 am - 10:30 pm
• Fri: 9 am - 4 pm
• Sat: 9 am - 4:30 pm
• Sun: 3 p.m. - 10:30 p.m.

• to discuss ways the Library collections can support your curriculum and research needs through the acquisition or provision of access to resources;
• to answer questions about library research materials, tool, services, policies, or procedures;
• to obtain reports on library collections and services for program reviews, accreditation reports, grant applicants, etc.;
• to schedule research instruction or support sessions tailored specifically for your course topic or project;
• to obtain additional or individualized research assistance for students and faculty.

Normal Working Hours

Fall, Spring, May & Summer Sessions :

Monday-Wednesday: 9:00 A.M.-5:00 P.M.

Thursday: 3:30 P.M.-11:00 P.M.        Friday: 9:00 A.M.-4:30 P.M.

Office Location: 10th Floor, Houston Cole Library

• Please visit the Open Access: Awareness, Adoption, Adaptation, and Assessment page for tools and resources on open access and OER.
• Doing Research at the Library: In this video, we explore the extensive collection and diverse services offered by our library. Research strategies/skills such as Keyword v. Subject Searches, Boolean Operators, Primary and Secondary Sources, Scholarly v. Non Scholarly Publications are introduced.
• Discovering Books and Periodical Articles Related to Your Topic at the Library: A Step-by-Step Guide (Hands-on Guide)