Library Reference Services for CWU Centers

Where can I get Help?

As members of the public and Washington state residents, CWU center users are allowed to use local partner affiliated community college libraries and their staffs. However, it is important to note that most institutions collect and provide access to materials that answer the needs of their primary users.

CWU Center faculty and staff are encouraged to direct Center students to CWU resources and personnel in the conduct of academic research. Student tuition aids in the provision of access and support that CWU has made to the growth and development of remote and all other library services including reference and research assistance.

All CWU center students may contact the Brooks Library Reference Desk during regular operating hours at 1.800.290.3327.

Additionally CWU users may use the Ask a Librarian which allows you to send an email request for reference assistance.

You may also contact Marcus Kieltyka, the Outreach & Instruction Librarian. Tel. 509.963.1960.

CWU- Des Moines Users may contact the library at Des Moines Circulation, or contact Olivia Ripka, Des Moines Resource Coordinator. Tel. 206.439.3800 ext. 3860.

Des Moines Resource Center Hours: Mon. - Thur., 9:30-12:30, 1:30-7:30.*

CWU-Lynnwood Users may contact the library staff at CWU Lynnwood Circulation, or contact Brenda Gardner, Lynnwood Resource Coordinator. Tel. 425.640.1574 ext.3750

Lynnwood Resource Center Hours: Mon. - Thur., 9:00-1:00, 2:00-7:00.*

*Hours are subject to change due to availability.

Other library services and contact numbers can be found in the Library Services section of our website.

If you are having difficulty connecting from off-campus, please refer to our Guide to Connecting from Off-campus. You may also call our toll free telephone number at 800.290.3327 for further assistance.