Ask A Librarian

Library help is available to all members of the Northeastern University community, including alumni and library users at Northeastern’s global campuses.

We are happy to answer questions from members of the public. Please note that access to some of our facilities, collections, and services may be limited to Northeastern affiliates only.

How to connect with us:

Chat with a librarian 24/7.

Contact your subject librarian or a library specialist for in-depth research support.

Drop in at the Snell Library Research Help Desk (level 1):

  • Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday: 11am-3pm
  • Thursday: 11am-7pm

Email the library. Please allow at least one business day for a response.

Telephone us:  (617) 373-2356 or toll free (855) 618-7512.

We Can Help You With:

  • Finding appropriate resources for your projects and assignments, including articles, data and statistics, media, archival and primary sources, and more.
  • Choosing and using library databases effectively.
  • Brainstorming research strategies.
  • Understanding citation systems and setting up a citation manager.
  • Accessing Northeastern’s online and print collections.
  • Requesting items through Interlibrary Loan.
  • Referring you to the right specialist, in the library or beyond.

More Help Options:

Subject Librarians & Library Specialists