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The library will be launching a new catalog on Thursday, November 20. From November 15 - 19, our current system will be unavailable while we transition to the new system. Library services will remain available, but we do recommend holding on to any library items you need to return until after Thanksgiving break. Please call one of our libraries if you have any questions.

Begin Research: What Do You Know?

What Do You Know?

Q: So just how much do you know about your topic?
  • You need the kind of information typically found in encyclopedias, websites, and other background sources.
  • Now that you have a basic understanding of your topic you are ready to seek information in books, magazines, and newspapers.
  • You're ready for specific information. You'll want to find relevant scholarly articles, statistics, and government publications.

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