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 Ask us! - You can call us at 601-974-1073, email us at librarian@millsaps.edu or drop by the front desk. We are here to help.

 

 

 

Use the chat box on the left to ask us a question. Type your question in the lower text box and press ENTER on your keyboard to get started.

You may also use AOL Instant Messenger (Screen name MillsapsLibrary). Add us to your buddy list.

 

IM chat service is not available when the library is closed. If you don’t get a response to your chat request, please email us at librarian@millsaps.edu.

Don’t Know Where To Start?

Find Resources by Subject - Locate books, article databases, media, reference items and Internet resources by subject area.

Frequently Asked Questions

FAQs - provide a list of our most frequently asked questions about the library building, policies and circulation.

TILT: The Information Literacy Tutorial

TILT - is an online tutorial that teaches you how to select, search for and evaluate information.

Library Instruction

Library Workshops/Research Consultations - Drop-in workshops are designed for Core 1 students, but are open to anyone. The library also offers students the opportunity to make an appointment for half-hour research consultations with a librarian or a library peer tutor.

Instruction - Our Library Basics class is one 50 minute session recommended for all LS students. Faculty may also request additional classes at any time. To schedule instruction, contact Larry Madison, extension 1072 or madisle@millsaps.edu.

Research Tips

Citing Sources

Citing Electronic Sources - Get information about MLA, APA, Chicago, and CBE Citation for Electronic Sources.

Online Citation Builder - An online tool for creating citations in MLA, APA and CBE formats.

The Writing Center - is a place to talk over your paper or project with an interested, experienced peer writing tutor.

Reference

Reference Librarians - Our reference librarians are available for one-on-one assistance. Make an appointment by calling 601-974-1072 or just drop by the circulation desk. Librarians will make faculty office visits on request.


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