Information Seeking Behavior of Undergraduates Students in University of Calabar

This study examines the information seeking behavior of undergraduates' students of the University of Calabar. The population of the study was 801 duly registered library users from the five departments within the faculty of education. The sample size of 267 students being 30% of the population of 200, 300 and 400 levels were considered appropriate. Data for the study were gathered using questionnaire because of the convenience it accords respondents to respond to the items. The data collected were analyzed using descriptive statistics, presented in frequency counts, percentages and a bar chart. Findings revealed, inhibiting factors against information seeking behavior as; inadequate teaching of library skills which leave students confused, high level mutilation of library resources rendering materials useless for consultation, dusty catalog cabinets creating health hazards and lack of follow-up on orientation tours. Recommendations were made on how to solve these problems which will eventually enhance information seeking behavior.