Brainstorming

Looking for recent reporting on what is happening now? Current events databases are the place to start. Current events databases provide you with full copies of popular and investigative newspaper and magazine articles on a full spectrum of political, economic, legal, social, and scientific topics and issues.

You can find many current events databases on the Magazines & Newspaper page.

You may find the library's large collection of print and electronic encyclopedias and reference tools handy when:

• Brainstorming research topics.

• Looking for basic definitions, terminology, or statistics.

• Looking for basic descriptions or discussions of people, places, concepts, events, or historical periods.

• Looking for pictures, maps, or diagrams.

You can find many current events databases on the Encyclopedias & Reference page.

The library's print dictionaries, encyclopedias, and other reference tools are available in the Reference Section near the Access Service Desk on the main floor of the library. These titles may be searched in the Library Catalog. Ask any librarian or Contact Us for help with these resources.