in our catalog (see more details below). We will reopen on Monday, August 25th at 7:45am. Hours for the last week in August are:
- Monday - Thursday, 8/25-8/28: 7:45am - 6:00pm
- Friday, 8/29: 7:45am - 4:30pm
- Saturday, August 30: 3-9pm
- Sunday, August 31: 3-9pm
- Monday, Sept. 1: Noon – 9pm
Fall semester hours forthcoming
Access to Physical Collections
The physical collection will still be available to patrons during the library closure. To request physical items, log into the library catalog, and click on the “Request It” button for the item(s) you want. Library staff will pull items, check them out to your account, and place them in the Library lobby for pick-up. Library staff will be processing requests for print materials Tuesdays through Thursdays. An email notification will be sent when your materials are available.
Faculty who are working on campus may choose “Office Delivery." Deliveries will be made on Wednesdays. Faculty teaching remote or on sabbatical, and students taking fully remote courses, can request items for “Home Delivery.”
InterLibrary Services (Scan & Deliver and InterLibrary Loan) will still be processed as usual.
Please note that it may take up to a week for physical materials to be made available due to restricted building access. Any questions regarding borrowing library materials can be directed to library@fairfield.edu.
Access to Research Services
Research assistance is available via the 24 hour chat box. Other Library services you may find helpful include:
- Research Guides will help you pick the right databases and resources.
- Citation Guides to create your bibliography/references.
- Integrating Sources guide for incorporating sources into your writing.
- Quick tutorials like how to optimize your searches, locate stable links, or find peer-reviewed resources.
- Appointments with research librarians are still available. You can book an online Zoom appointment with a librarian for research or citation help.
Office of Accessibility
Please note the temporary office relocation of The Office of Accessibility to Canisius Hall -- Room 005, effective Monday, May 19, 2025 until further notice. Please contact ooa@fairfield.edu with any questions. Thank you for your understanding.
ITS/Help Desk Services
For ITS/Help Desk assistance please submit a ticket at https://itshelpdesk.fairfield.edu/shp/fairfield/home You may also reach us via telephone (203-254-4069) or chat at https://itshelpdesk.fairfield.edu/shp/fairfield/home