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June 25, 2024: We've updated our chat tool!
Our new chat tool is available 24/7 on most pages of our website at https://libraries.uc.edu. It will be staffed during the hours below.
Please use the pop-up below on our pages to use the new chat tool!
Welcome to Ask the Libraries, the Chat Reference Service for UC Libraries.
When Chat is available, Connect directly with a UC Librarian or staff member below.
Chat Hours:
Summer Semester 2024 Chat Service will begin Monday, April 29 and be available Monday through Friday, 10am to 3pm.
- During fall and spring semesters, chat is available:
- Monday-Thursday: 9 am to 5 pm
- Friday: 9am - 4pm.
- Saturday and Sunday - no chat
- During break periods, chat is available Monday through Friday, 10am - 3pm.
- Chat Service is unavailable when the libraries are closed for holidays or breaks.