The Research & Teaching Department provides in-person and virtual research support and instruction to faculty, researchers, and students at UCSB. We engage in outreach and communication to academic departments and campus partners, seeking opportunities to increase the use and effectiveness of Library collections, services, and spaces. The Department’s work supports student success, advances open research, and fosters campus collaboration.
Research Services
- Peer-Assisted Library Services (PALS)
- Drop-in research help for students (coming soon!)
- Submit a Research Question
- Schedule a consultation with a librarian
- Student Research Support
- Browse videos, tutorials, and resources to support student research.
Teaching Services
- UCSB Faculty and Instructor Resources
- Request a library instruction session to collaborate with a teaching librarian.
- Student Research Support
- Browse videos, tutorials, and resources to support teaching.
- Workshops
- Explore library workshops ranging from research fundamentals to advanced methodologies.
Contact Us
We’re here to help! Send us a message, and we’ll get back to you within one business day. Looking for someone specific? View our department directory to contact individual team members directly.
