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Meet with a Librarian

Need help with research, annotations, or citations? Schedule an appointment to meet with a Librarian!

We are happy to meet in person at the library or virtually over Zoom. We may also be available for drop-in reference depending on our schedules; feel free to check when you're visiting the library.

Contact the Circulation Desk

Visit us in the library during our open hours, or reach out via:

• Phone: (310)-665-6930
• Email: library@otis.edu

Research Appointments

To view item(s) from Otis' Special Collections, schedule an appointment through Bookings. You may also contact Morgan Yanni (myanni@otis.edu), our Reference and Special Collections Librarian.

Please give at least one week's notice before your desired viewing time so we can adequately prepare. Before your appointment, review our Special Collections Viewing Guidelines. While Otis is a closed campus, we welcome outside visitors!

General Rules:

• Some items cannot be handled. You can view them, but please do not touch. The librarian will set them up for you.
• Wash your hands before viewing and/or handling materials. (Why: This reduces the amount of oils and dirt in contact with the materials that contribute to their disintegration.)
• When taking handwritten notes, use a graphite pencil (we have them available). Do not use any pens or ink around the materials. (Why: If a mark is accidentally made, pencil can be removed more easily than ink.)
• Photographs without flash are permitted. Please do not publish or otherwise post photos without the library's permission and proper credit.
• No food or drink. Closed water is okay, but it should be kept away from the item(s). (Why: To avoid spills and pests.)
• Review all of our rules here: Special Collections Viewing Guidelines.