Ask Us
In Person
The reference desk, located on the 3rd floor at the entrance to the computer lab, is open for one on one reference assistance the following hours:
Sunday: 1 p.m. – 8 p.m.
Monday - Thursday: 9 a.m. – 7 p.m.
Friday: 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Saturday: 11 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Chat with the Library
Chat is available all hours of the week except:
8:00 - 9:00 a.m., 12:00 - 1:00 p.m., and 4:00 - 5:00 p.m. Weekdays
8:00 - 10:00 a.m. Saturday
10:00 p.m. Saturday – 10:00 a.m. Sunday
Email the Reference Desk
For general reference questions, you can email kentreference@semo.edu.
For questions about Kent Library's Special Collections & Archives, you can send an email to semoarchives@semo.edu
Call the Library
For general reference questions, you can call the Kent Library reference desk at 573.651.2230.
Set Up a Research Consultation
You can schedule a video research appointment with one of our librarians. Make your appointment online or contact the librarian liaison for a department directly.
This service is primarily intended for the students, faculty and staff of Southeast Missouri State University. We are also happy to answer questions from visitors concerning the collections, resources and services of Kent Library.