Research Guides: UNIV 111/UNIV 112: Focused Inquiry: Home

Welcome to VCU!

Welcome to VCU Libraries resources and research tips for UNIV 111 & UNIV 112. This course guide is designed to help you learn how to use the resources most helpful to Focused Inquiry.

Library help is available:
- Information Desk (1st floor, Cabell Library)
- Call 804-828-1111
- Text during library hours (804-435-5420)
- Email library@vcu.edu
- Chat with us (see the box on this page)

You can also seek one-on-one assistance by asking for a consultation with a librarian.

Cabell Library Tours

There are several types of Cabell Library tours available:

Cabell Mobile Tour for Focused Inquiry
Though this mobile tour is geared to students in UNIV 111 or UNIV 112, it is open to anyone interested in learning more about the physical spaces in Cabell Library.
In-Person Tours of Cabell
Check the events page, linked above, for the dates and times in-person tours of Cabell Library. These tours are available at the beginning of Fall and Spring semesters. Registration is not necessary and proof of attendance will be provided at the end of each tour.
Cabell Library Tours
We have many other options for online and self-guided tours. You can even tour our virtual services. Check all the options out here.

More information

Research Basics
Learn more about the basics of library research with this guide.
Cabell Basics
Explore the spaces and services at Cabell Library with this guide.
Common Questions Asked by UNIV 111/112 Students
This doc contains links to four videos where librarian Jenny Stout and Focused Inquiry professor Hannah Franz answer commonly asked questions from UNIV 111/112 students. There are time stamps for each video so you can skip to the question you're interested in.