Exterior of Health Science Library, a brick building with large windows.

About


The mission of the Health Sciences Library is to be an indispensable partner in connecting people with knowledge and information to help make informed health care decisions, ensure quality health care, teach and learn effectively, and conduct vital research that contributes to the work of the university and our community.

Location


Address:

335 S. Columbia St.
CB# 7585
UNC-Chapel Hill
Chapel Hill, NC USA 27599-7585

Phone:

919-962-0800

Directions

Google Maps:  Directions to the HSL

Campus Maps

Searchable campus map
Campus disability map

Parking

Metered spaces are available on Medical Drive (just past the HSL on South Columbia and turn right). Parking is also available at the visitor lot in front of Memorial Hospital ($1.50 per hour) and the Dogwood Deck on Manning Drive (visitor parking deck $1.50 per hour).

Public Transportation

There are many buses from the Chapel Hill and Triangle Transit Authorities that stop in front of the HSL.

Chapel Hill Transit
These bus routes pass by the HSL stop: A, B, CCX, CL, CM, CW, D, FCX, G, HS, J, JFX, N, NS, NU, S, T, U.

Browse the bus routes and schedules for Chapel Hill Transit.

Triangle Transit Authority
Maps and Schedules

Don’t know the bus routes? Don’t worry. Try the Trip Planner through GoTriangle. It will tell you which bus route to take to the HSL.

Accessibility information


The Health Sciences Library (HSL) is committed to providing excellent services to all library users. If you have questions about the facilities or services available to you, please contact us using our Ask a Librarian online options or call our services desk at (919) 962-0800.

Building Facilities

  • The building entrance is on street level with a curb cutout in front.
  • Entrance doors on the front and back of building operate automatically.
  • ADA compliant restrooms and water fountains are located on all floors.
  • Most tables accommodate wheelchairs or other mobile units.
  • Book / journal stack aisles are wheelchair accessible.
  • A help phone is located in the first-floor copy room.
  • Main service desk is wheelchair accessible.

Adaptive Equipment

  • Closed captioning: There are two DVD/VCR stations in the basement. There are Toshiba TV/VCRs on mobile carts (located in first or second-floor study rooms). For all, you’ll need the remote – check it out at the User Services Desk.

Request Services and Retrieval Assistance

Assistance retrieving books or journals on a walk-in basis will be provided as staffing permits. UNC-Chapel Hill faculty, staff, and students may also request materials. Patrons will be notified electronically when materials are available for download or pick-up at the User Services Desk on the first floor.

One-on-one consultations are available by appointment. Request a consultation with one of our librarians.

Health Sciences Library Hours

closed
  • Today
    closed
  • Sunday
    closed
  • Monday
    closed
  • Tuesday
    8am - 5pm
  • Wednesday
    8am - 5pm
  • Thursday
    8am - 5pm
  • Friday
    8am - 5pm
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