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Cook Library has the people and resources you need to feel confident when researching a topic, evaluating information, and citing what you find.
Every discipline has its own unique considerations for research and information evaluation. That's why each subject taught at TU has a dedicated subject librarian. These librarians know the type of information you need to be successful and can share tips on where and how to find it.
You can take advantage of this support in a few ways:
Cook's How to Start your Research Guide is a great resource to use at any stage of your research project from finding books to writing a literature review.
We have many types of study spaces available in the library.
5th Floor
4th Floor
3rd Floor Academic Commons (24/7)
2nd Floor (24/7)
The Towson University Writing Center is an excellent resource for learning how to write and cite confidently. Meet with friendly, interested readers during any stage of the writing process from idea to first draft.
Liberal Arts Building, Room 5330
Monday - Thursday, 9 a.m. - 7 p.m., Friday, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Academic Commons at Cook Library
Monday - Thursday, 6 p.m. -9 p.m., Sunday, 2 p.m. - 8 p.m.
Phone: 410-704-3426
Live Chat & Virtual Tutoring is also available.