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UIC College Prep Guide to Library Research: Library Support and Services

A guide to library resources and services available at UIC and the Chicago Public Library

Where to Get Help With Research

Reference Librarians are available to help you at the following libraries:

Library of the Health Sciences
1750 W Polk St. (MC 763)
Chicago, IL 60612
Daley Library
801 S. Morgan (MC 234)
Chicago, IL, 60607
Chicago Public Library

How Exactly Can Librarians Help Me?

Here are just a few of the ways in which Librarians can help you with your research:

Suggesting resources for finding credible background information on a topic
Coming up with effective search terms
Finding books and articles
Figuring out which research tools are the best fit for your topic
Getting more (and better) search results
Saving, emailing, printing and photocopying articles

UIC Library Services

Computing
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A limited number of computers are available for use of UIC prep students.
Study Rooms
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Study Rooms are designed to provide spaces for individuals or groups to work on collaborative projects and course-related work during Library hours. The rooms are available on a first-come, first-served basis or can be reserved. For some rooms, groups may take precedence over individuals.

Chicago Public Library Services

For Teens
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CPL teen portal.
Homework Help
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CPL Homework Hotline
Reserve a Computer
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The Chicago Public Library (CPL) provides access to online information and services in its 79 library locations. A valid Library Card (in good standing) from the Chicago Public Library is required to use computers in the Library.