This guide works best by accessing it within Atlas. Follow these steps:
Note: If you do not access this guide thorugh Atlas, you will be prompted for a Borrower ID and PIN when you click on the links to the databases
The following databases specialize in controversial topics. They are good for finding multiple points of view on an issue.
The following databases contain articles on a wide variety of topics. You should be able to find almost any topic in one of these:
Explore the library's database collection and see other databases that may be useful for your topic.
After logging in via Atlas, click on Search the Library and then go to Databases by Subject.
You will see a list of subject categories that you can expand. Within each category is a list of databases with content in that subject area.
Tips:
To find books and ebooks use the library catalog. Limit to books or ebooks. For print books also limit to West.
Remember that although many of the library databases provide MLA citations for electronic sources, it is your responsibility as a student to ensure that all of your citations are correct.
Be sure to compare any database generated citations to the library's MLA guides online (link below), the official MLA Handbook (located at the second floor Reference Desk), or your Little Seagull Handbook.