Chat with a Librarian

Chat with a PCCC reference librarian to get research assistance online in real time.
PLEASE NOTE: Chat service is only available to PCCC Students.

To use our chat service, all you need is Flash version 7.0; no IM account is required. Simply use the box below; make sure that the top reads "PCCC Reference is online," then type your question at the bottom:



What kinds of questions can I ask?
You may ask any question that you might ask at a reference desk in our libraries. These include:

  • Where should I begin to look for information on this topic?
  • Can you tell me how to search the online catalog?
  • How do I find full text journal articles?

If we are offline, please call the Reference Desk at 973-684-5888 or submit your question by email. You can find our contact information here.