Research & Teaching Department
The Research & Teaching Department provides in-person and virtual research support and instruction to faculty, researchers, and students at UCSB. As the first point of contact in the research lifecycle, the department is particularly important in helping undergraduate students discover the rich variety of Library resources and develop foundational information literacy skills and competencies for academic research and lifelong learning. Our work is often done in partnership with others in the Library and elsewhere on campus.
Research & Teaching uses a team-based approach to equitably and efficiently respond to the evolving needs of the University. 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.
Teaching Services
- Student Research Support Tools
- Browse videos, tutorials, and resources to support you with your research.
- UCSB Faculty and Instructor Resources
- Request a library instruction session to collaborate with a teaching librarian.
- Workshops
- Explore library workshops ranging from research fundamentals to advanced methodologies.
Research Services
- Peer-Assisted Library Services (PALS) (coming soon!)
- Email the Research & Learning Department
- Schedule a 30-minute research consultation with a librarian
Additional Library Research & Teaching Services
- Collection Strategies
- Course Reserves
- DREAM Lab
- Makerspace & Media Rooms
- Research Data Services
- Special Research Collections
Contact Us
The Research & Teaching Department is part of the Learning & Engagement Division, led by Associate University Librarian (AUL) Rebecca Metzger.
Our team comprises the director, research & teaching librarians, an instructional designer, staff members, and Peer Assisted Library Services (PALS) Student Assistants.
You can contact the team or as individuals via email using the contacts below.
Director (Interim):
Kristen LaBonte: klabonte@ucsb.edu
Research & Teaching Librarians:
Anna Harper: annaharper@ucsb.edu
Anne Cong-Huyen: annech@ucsb.edu
Brittany O’Neill: oneill@ucsb.edu
Chuck Huber: cfhuber@ucsb.edu
Heather Nisen: hnisen@ucsb.edu
Kate Parker: kateparker@ucsb.edu
Instructional Designer:
Tina Lin: tinalin@ucsb.edu
Staff Members:
Kitty Graae: kitty@ucsb.edu
Marcos Aguilar: marcos.aguilar@ucsb.edu
