Research Guides

Planning your Research

Just getting started on your research? Take a moment to plan out your topic, keywords, and more.

Search Strategies

Not finding the results you're looking for? Learn how to improve your search and find what you need faster.

Finding Full-Text

Did you find information about an article but can't access the article itself? This guide is for you.

Evaluating Websites

Not sure if the website you found is appropriate for your assignment? Ask these simple questions.

Choosing Databases

Never used a library database before? Here's the lowdown on what you need to know.

Scholarly, Popular or Trade?

Not sure how to tell the difference between different types of articles? Learn what to look for with this handy guide.

Searching the Library

This interactive tutorial walks you through our Search the Library tool. Learn how to read, filter, and email your results!

NOTE: Works best with Firefox

Scholarly Sources

Required to find scholarly (academic) sources for your assignment? Here's some quick tips to get you started.

Citation Guides

Need a quick reference guide for citing your sources? Browse our citation guides for your citation style of choice.

Using Sources

Need help integrating sources into your writing? Learn how to use signal phrases, paraphrase, summarize, and quote your sources.

Types of Sources

What type of sources best fit your topic? Consider the different types of sources you're looking for, and where to find them.