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How do I find....?

From the library homepage, you can access any type of resource. 

Databases

Library databases are online catalogs/indexes that contain information about journal, magazine and newspaper articles. You can search these databases to find information about specific topics.

Databases provide citation information for each article (who wrote it, where it was published, etc.) and often include an abstract (a summary of the article). Most library databases provide full-text versions of the articles themselves.

Databases are useful for locating peer-reviewed journal articles or studies. Need more info about research articles? Check out this link from St. Joseph's University   about the characteristics of a research article.

Interlibrary Loan - ILL

 

When the library doesn't have access to something you want we'll borrow a copy from another library for you. Journal articles or book chapters will be sent as a PDF. For books a print copy will be shipped. How does ILL work

The library staff can also help you find articles or other hard-to-find information online - just stop by the research desk or send us an email!

Who can use ILL?

  • Current students, facultym and staff

What can I request?

  • Journal articles and book chapters
  • Physical books

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