Research and
Citation Help
Your Librarian
Renee Fratantonio
If you are not sure of how to start your research project or where to look for sources, contact Renee. She can help you find articles, books, websites, and more. You can talk to her in person in her office on the first floor of the library, HA-106, or send an email to rfratant@fitchburgstate.edu.
You can also set up a time to meet with Renee by using her online appointment scheduler.
The library website is separate from the University website so when you need to do research go directly to the library's website by clicking here. You will also find more ways to get help.
Renee has created a guide to help you find databases, books, articles, podcasts, websites, etc. related to the topics covered in this class. Click the link to check it out.
Citations shouldn't be a hassle -- that's why the library provides you access to the citation manager RefWorks. Learn how to set up a free account, collect all your sources in one place, and create bibliographies at the click of a button!
Sometimes an article or a book you want for a research project isn't available at the library. The library will get it for you. Sign up for an ILLiad account here and you will be able to request articles, books, and media. Articles are sent digitally within 2 days!
Library Tutorials
There are several tutorials to help you figure out how to do research on the library's website. If you don't understand Interlibrary Loan and want a short overview of how the service works and how to set up an account, watch the video on the right.
For more, check out the DIY Library page.
Some helpful 1-2 page "Quick Guides" on research process topics:
Search Strategy and Keyword Development
Search Strategy and Keyword Development.pdfWhen and How to Use Quotation, Paraphrase, and Summary
Quotation Paraphrase Summary.pdfKeyword Searching vs. Subject Searching
Keyword vs. Subject Searching.pdfRADAR worksheet.docx