McConnell Library's Reference Department, located on Level 3, maintains a wide variety of print and electronic resources to meet information needs. Reference Librarians staff the Reference Desk providing assistance and instruction to library users who "drop-by" with questions. During the academic year, the Reference Desk is staffed during these hours:

*When classes are not in session, the reference desk is open during the library's shortened hours (see library calendar).

Inquiries may also be made by

• calling the Reference Desk at 540-831-5696 (from Roanoke, call 857-8920 and ask for x5696)
• sending e-mail to refdesk@radford.edu
• contacting specific reference librarians
• chatting online with the reference desk staff
• instant messaging a librarian
  • AIM: RULibSpot
  • Yahoo: RULibSpot
  • MSN: RULibSpot@hotmail.com