Ask a Librarian
There are several ways to get help from a Mann librarian for all kinds of questions. Stop by, call us, e-mail us, chat with us live online, make an appointment for a personalized consultation, or take a class. Whether you need to start your dissertation, get directions, locate articles, books or data, or just need want to learn more about Mann Library, we can help. The Mann Library Reference desk is located on the first floor (click here for directions). We look forward to meeting you!
Reference Desk Hours
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Summer HoursMay 17 - August 20 |
Monday - Friday: 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Saturdays & Sundays: Closed
Exceptions:
| Monday, May 26 | LIBRARY IS CLOSED |
| Friday, July 4 | LIBRARY IS CLOSED |
(To see when the rest of the library is open, check our building hours)
Help | |
| Phone: | 607-255-5406 |
| Consultation: | Request an appointment. |
| Research Tools: | Index of resources useful to Mann patrons, general and subject specific. |
| Reference FAQs: | Read some frequently asked reference questions. |
| Chat: | Chat live with a librarian to get your questions answered in "real time". |
| E-mail reference: | mann_ref@cornell.edu (See our policy below) |
| E-mail Reference Policy: Mann Library's e-mail reference service is provided primarily to the faculty, students and staff of Cornell University. We also serve the citizens of the State of New York and anyone needing help using the USDA Economics and Statistics System or other information provided through the Cornell Library Gateway or contained within our collections. Mann Library reference staff can answer questions in the subject areas of our collections, which include resources in agriculture, life sciences and selected areas of the social sciences. Questions outside the scope of our services should be directed to your local public or academic library. |
Chat 24/7 with a Librarian
Chat is a online service that lets you ask questions and get answers, in real time, from the reference staff. A cooperative agreement between libraries across the country, we are able to answer basic reference questions 24/7. Depending on the complexity of the question, you may be referred back to a Cornell Librarian. You can also send us an e-mail, or give us a call at (607) 255-5406.
Hours: 24/7
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