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Research Consultation Appointments

Individual consultation appointments with a reference librarian may be made by coming in person to the Information/Reference Desk in the Main Library, by phone (319) 335-5299, or via the consultation form below. You can also contact a specific subject specialist librarian directly: Directory of Subject Specialists.

Please be as specific as possible about your research topic. Also, let us know your preferred contact method: email or phone. The appointment date and time will be arranged by the librarian and the researcher.

Consultation Request Form
Complete all sections and press Submit Form. The information you provide will be electronically submitted to Reference & Library Instruction. Please email Steve Ostrem or phone (319) 335-5521 if you have any questions about this form.

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Project level (check one)




Assignment due date & project description
(please describe your research project in detail)




Research status (check one)





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