Printer-friendly version Gorgas Information Services provides research assistance, library instruction and outreach in support of The University Libraries. Contact information is listed below.
 
Need help? Ask a Librarian provides instant answers to many frequently asked questions and is one of one of several ways to contact a librarian.

You can also find us by:

• Email: askalibrarian@ua.edu
• Phone: 205.348.6047
• Text: 205.377.0920
• Tweet: @gorgaslib

For library instruction requests:

• EN102 library instruction session
• Other library instruction session

Information Desk

The first-floor Information Desk is staffed by graduate students in the School of Library and Information Studies during the following times throughout the regular semester. They are available to assist with reference and research questions and computer and printing issues. Library Hours may change during holidays, breaks and interim and summer sessions.

 
A librarian is available to assist you during the following times in the regular semester. Please ask at the first-floor Information Desk for assistance or call 205.348.6047. Hours may change during holidays, breaks and interim and summer sessions.

 
Workshops

Gorgas Information Services holds workshops on a regular basis. Upcoming events are the fall semester Lunchtime Learning Workshops, 12 to 1 pm in the Alabama Digital Humanities Center on the first floor of Gorgas Library:

5 September: Quick Tools for Data Visualization
19 September: Introduction to HTML5
26 September: Planning Video and Audio Projects
3 October: Introducing Omeka for Digital Projects
17 October: Introduction to WordPress: Building a Class Online
24 October: Scholar's Choice: RefWorks or Zotero
14 November: Using Social Media in the Classroom
28 November: HooteSuite: Reclaim Control Over Your Social Media


GIS Contact Information

 

Information Desk		205.348.6047	gorgasinfo@ua.edu	first floor
Brittany Deputy	Information and Instructional Services Librarian Works with: College of Human Environmental Sciences	205.348.6584	brdeputy@ua.edu	room 308
Nancy Fawley	Head, Gorgas Information Services Works with: Honors College, The College of Human Environmental Sciences, Student Affairs and the Writing Center	205.348.1976	nefawley@ua.edu	room 110
Melissa Green	Research & Instructional Librarian Coordinates the Libraries' professional development program and works with: Office of Disabilities Services, Center for Instructional Technology and the College of Arts & Sciences Office of Educational Technology	205.348.6220	mbfortson@ua.edu	room 305
Rose Loucks	Library Assistant II – Music Library	205.348.7344	mrloucks@ua.edu	room 109C
Cynthia Miller	Music, Fine and Performing Arts Collections Coordinator Works with: School of Music and the Department of Theatre & Dance	205.348.8644	cfmiller@ua.edu	room 109B
Michael Pearce	Information Services Librarian Works with: Department of Art and Art History and the New College	205.348.6194	pearc007@ua.edu	room 107
Jennifer Richardson	Library Assistant II	205.348.7778	Jlrichardson5@ua.edu	room 104A
Mark Robison	Information and Instructional Services Librarian Works with: College of Communication, German Program, Honors College	205.348.6048	mdrobison@ua.edu	room 308
Josh Sahib	Distance Education Librarian Coordinates the Libraries' distance education efforts and works with: College of Continuing Studies, Early College, Faculty and Resource Center, Housing & Residential Communities, SGA, Center for Academic Success and Crossroads Community Center	205.348.6529	jsahib@ua.edu	room 305
Brett Spencer	Information Services Librarian Works with: Departments of History and Criminal Justice, Graduate School, McNair Scholars Program.	205.348.1200	dbspence@ua.edu	room 110A
Sara Whitver	First Year Experience Librarian Works with: First Year Writing Program and Student Affairs' First Year Experience division	205.348.0896	smwhitver@ua.edu	Room 107