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Lost on the Internet? Can't find the articles you need in our databases? At COM Library, questions are welcome--ask a librarian! Get Answers via Meebo online chat, IM, Email, Phone, Face to Face, or Help Yourself.

 


 

Meebo
Why: You want to get a short, quick answer.
When: When the Meebo window says that comlibrarian is online, generally during library hours.
Contact: Use the Meebo online chat window, below. When the Meebo window is finished loading it will show if comlibrarian is online and available to chat.

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IM IM
Why: You want to get a short, quick answer.
When: During library hours.
Contact: comlibrarian via AIM, MSN or Yahoo!

 

EmailEmail
Why: You want a short answer to a simple question.
When: Send a question anytime, get a response from a COM librarian within 1 working day.
Contact:

 


PhonePhone
Why: You want a short answer to a simple question.
When: During library hours.
Contact:

 

  • Book Collection (book suggestions)
    (409) 938-1211 x 204 or
    Houston Metro (888) 258-8859 x 204
  • Circulation (when books are due, fines)
    (409) 938-1211 x 205/448 or
    Houston Metro (888) 258-8859 x 205/448
  • Remote Access (you can't access databases off campus)
    (409) 938-1211 x 202 or
    Houston Metro (888) 258-8859 x 202
  • Reference (you have a research question)
    (409) 938-1211 x 204 or
    Houston Metro (888) 258-8859 x 204
  • Research Tutorial (you have a question about the Research Tutorial)
    (409) 938-1211 x 201 or Houston Metro (888) 258-8859 x 201

 

In PersonFace to Face
Why: You want answers that are simple, in-depth, or be shown how to use library resources.
When: During library hours.

 

 

ComputerHelp Yourself
Why: You want to help yourself with our "How To" guides and FAQs.
When: 24/7.

 

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