The Reference and Instructional Services (RIS) Department serves the Ferris State University community by providing assistance with all levels of general and research-related information needs. The Oval Information Desk is staffed during the following hours while classes are in session:

Sunday: 1 p.m. - 10 p.m.
Monday - Thursday: 9 a.m. - 10 p.m.
Friday: 9 a.m. - 9 p.m.
Saturday: 12 p.m. - 5 p.m.

The hours are the same during Summer sessions, except on Fridays when Reference service only extends to 5 p.m. Reference service is provided in person, by phone (231-591-3602), by email, and by chat.

Database Guides - Links to PDF files for guides designed to aid students, faculty, and staff utilize FLITE subscription databases.

General Guides to the Library - Links to PDF files for guides designed to aid students, faculty, and staff utilize services and resources available at FLITE.

General Reference Web Sites - Links to online basic information sources, such as dictionaries, directories, and encyclopedias.

Subject Research Guides - Links to subject - specific print and Web resources. These sources have been selected by the library liaisons to Ferris programs.

Last update: September 13, 2006