Online Chat
Get online research help — click the ‘Ask Us’ button available on the header of every library webpage. If chat is offline, see below for more research assistance.
MEET WITH A LIBRARIAN
Our librarians can provide in-depth research assistance for all SBU students, faculty, and staff.
If you already know which librarian you would like to meet with, you may email them directly. Otherwise, fill out our research consultation form and a librarian will contact you!
SUMMER 2025 CHAT HOURS (MAY 22 – AUGUST 22)
Monday – Friday: 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
Exceptions:
Monday, May 26 (Memorial Day)
Thursday, June 19 (Juneteen)
Friday, July 4 (Independence Day)
Ask your questions via email: Library_Reference@stonybrook.edu
Available: Anytime. We try to respond within 24 hours (Mon-Fri) and as soon as possible over weekends and holidays.
Call
631.632.7148
Available: Check the library hours schedule.
Visit the North Reading Room (NRR)
Please ask at the desk to be directed to an available librarian.
A professional librarian is available during the semester:
Monday – Thursday: 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
Friday: 9:00 am – 3:00 pm
