08/31/2022
By Sara Marks

The University Library is here to support you and help you be successful during your time here at UMass Lowell. Please don’t hesitate to take advantage of all the amazing resources we have available to you from our books (both print and ebooks) to searching through our databases for the research articles you’ll need for papers. We provide a wealth of resources and services to get you through the semester like digital videos you can watch any time, Ask A Librarian for library and research support, and research guides.

Both O'Leary Library on South and Lydon Library on North are open and available for you to use for group and quiet study. Our hours for the semester are:

  • Monday - Thursday 7 a.m. to midnight
  • Friday 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.
  • Saturday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
  • Sunday 12:30 p.m. to midnight

Do you need scholarly, peer-reviewed articles for your papers? What about news articles for current events? Our databases are the best place to find the variety of articles you’re looking for. Plus, you can find those specific to your major.

Are you looking for books? Our catalog searches all our print and ebook titles PLUS books from around the world. You can easily request books to be ordered through Interlibrary Loan from your search results. Find the search box on the main library webpage.

Did your professor put an item on reserve in the library? Each library has books put on reserve for easy access and short-term use. Books will be at the library on the same campus as your class.

There are multiple ways to get help when you need it. Visit our online Library Orientation for a library overview, and see our Intro to Research guide for more in-depth research help. Search through our FAQ to get answers to questions about the library’s resources and services. Submit your question directly to us by emailing ask@uml.libanswers.com.

Watch for an announcement about the return of drop-in research help at both libraries!

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Remember, you can visit the main library webpage for direct access to everything we offer.

We look forward to helping you find answers to your questions so you can thrive and succeed in your classes. Have a great year!