Research, Writing, and Guides

Here are other great UCLA resources to explore for research assistance.

WI+RE (Writing Instruction + Research Education)

Visit the WI+RE website to learn quick and practical research and writing strategies, collaboratively designed by students, teachers, and librarians at UCLA.

UCLA Library

Research Consultations with Specialists

Get help with everything from defining a research topic to developing search strategies. Schedule a consultation at the UCLA Library to get started!

Subject Librarians

The UCLA Library has subject librarians assigned to individual departments. Schedule a consultation with them for help with your discipline or field of study.

Peer-lead Research Help Desk

A peer-to-peer help desk for supporting you at every stage of the research process. Schedule a virtual or in-person consultation, or stop by the Peer-Lead Help Desks at Powell and the Young Research Library!

24/7 Ask a Librarian Chat Service

There are many ways to get in touch with Library staff, including our 24/7 chat service. This service is a great resource for asking general research and citation questions!

Library Special Collections

Open to all, UCLA Library Special Collections (LSC) preserves, shares and promotes the Library’s unique primary sources

Data Science Center

The UCLA Library Data Science Center offers support in all stages of the data life cycle, including collecting, cleaning and organizing data, managing data, complying with funder requirements, data visualization, data analysis, and mapping and GIS.

Center for Oral History Research

The UCLA Library Center for Oral History Research provides advice and instruction on oral history methodologies.

Undergraduate Writing Center

The Undergraduate Writing Center provides one-on-one writing consultations, ranging from writing course papers to senior theses and graduate school or job application materials.

Be Well Bruin

Check out Be Well Bruin for a comprehensive resource directory that highlights UCLA’s various resource centers, programs, and departments that support student health and well being.