Haruna Wakili Library Reserve and Reference Services are designed to provide vital support for academic study and research. These services ensure that essential resources are readily available to users and that they receive expert assistance in finding and utilizing information. Here are the key features and offerings of the Reserve and Reference Services.

Reserve Services

Course Reserves:

The library maintains a dedicated collection of course reserve materials, including textbooks, recommended readings, and other essential resources specified by

faculty. These materials are available for short-term loan to ensure that all students have access to critical resources needed for their courses.

High-Demand Materials:

To manage high-demand items, the Reserve Services include frequently requested books, articles, and multimedia resources. These items are kept in a special section with shorter loan periods to maximize availability to a larger number of users.

Electronic Reserves:

The library offers electronic reserves (e-reserves) to provide digital access to course materials. These may include scanned chapters, articles, and lecture notes, accessible through the library’s online platform. This service ensures that students can access required readings anytime and anywhere.

Faculty Support:

Faculty members are supported in placing materials on reserve for their courses. The library staff assist with the selection, processing, and management of reserve items, ensuring that all necessary resources are available to students in a timely manner.

Reference Services

Reference Desk Assistance:

The Reference Services include a staffed reference desk where users can receive immediate assistance with their research inquiries. Librarians provide expert guidance on locating resources, formulating search strategies, and navigating the library’s catalog and databases.

Research Consultations:

Subject-Specific Support:

Specialized subject librarians are available to provide expert support in various academic disciplines. These librarians curate subject-specific resource guides and offer specialized assistance, ensuring users have access to the most relevant and high-quality information in their fields of study.

Online Reference Services:

The library’s reference services extend to the digital realm with online chat, email, and virtual consultation options. This ensures that users can receive support even when they are off-campus, providing flexibility and convenience.

Information Literacy Instruction:

Reference librarians conduct information literacy sessions to teach users how to effectively find, evaluate, and use information. These sessions are tailored to the needs of different user groups, including students, faculty, and staff, enhancing their research skills and academic success.

Reference Collection:

The Reference Services maintain a robust collection of reference materials, including encyclopedias, dictionaries, atlases, and bibliographies. These resources provide authoritative information and are available for in-library use to support quick fact-checking and research needs.

Citation Assistance:

Librarians provide guidance on proper citation practices and the use of citation management tools. This service helps users correctly cite their sources, avoid plagiarism, and adhere to academic standards in their writing and research.