Call 973-720-2116. The Reference Desk is staffed until 10PM most weeknights during the semester (hours vary during the summer and holidays). See the current library hours here.

Send your question to the Reference Desk via email - refdesk@wpunj.edu

For more in depth research questions, you can schedule an appointment with a Cheng Library librarian. Complete the Research Assistance Request form to set up an appointment.

By Instant Message

Have a reference or research question? Why not ask Cheng Library via Instant Messaging (IM)?

Ask your question via a live chat session Monday through Friday from 2:00PM to 8:00PM. We will answer all questions in the order that they are received, and thank you for your patience if there is a delay.

IM a Librarian by adding chenglibrary to your Yahoo! or MSN buddylists. You'll know we're online when the indicator (to the right) says so.

Through Q & A New Jersey

During hours when the Reference Desk is closed, please make use of Q & A New Jersey, an online reference service staffed by (mostly) public library staff throughout NJ. Click the link below to access this service.