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Choose from the topics at left to find research guides from our librarians. In each category, you'll find curated links and information that make it easy to research your interests. 

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Here you can find information that's not on the web, including professional journals, encyclopedia articles. With these tools, you can research history and current events, find health information, learn about home improvement, and more. 

Gale Virtual Reference Library Use reference books in the library or from home 24/7. Includes a wide variety of books such as: the Encyclopedia of Business and Finance, Encyclopedia of Clothing and Fashion and U*X*L Encyclopedia of Science. Find authoritative information on a large number of topics. It's like having a tall stack of reference books at your fingertips!

Academic OneFile Get articles from the world's leading journals and reference sources. With extensive coverage of the physical sciences, technology, medicine, social sciences, the arts, theology, literature and other subjects, Academic OneFile is both authoritative and comprehensive.

General OneFile A one-stop source for news and magazine articles on a wide range of topics: business, computers, current events, economics, education, environmental issues, health care, hobbies, humanities, law, literature and art, politics, science, social science, sports, technology, and many general interest topics.

World Book Encyclopedia Online More than 25,000 encyclopedia articles for students from grades 4 through 12. Includes the World Book Spanish Language Encyclopedia.

Health and Wellness Resource Center and Alternative Health Module Learn about diseases and conditions, alternative medicine, and drugs and herbal remedies from journals, pamphlets, general-interest publications, a broad collection of reference sources, drug guides and more.

Nursing and Allied Health Collection All aspects of the Nursing profession -- from direct patient care to health care administration -- are covered in this collection. Including nearly 400 titles, this collection's current and authoritative content will be of use to both professionals already working in the field as well as students pursuing a nursing-focused curriculum.

Psychology Collection This set explores what makes people "tick" from childhood to death. This collection gives individuals a basic understanding of the study of the mind, emotions and how the human mind develops -- and diminishes -- over time. Your library's users will have instant access to 200 subject-appropriate full-text periodicals.

Science Resource Center Researching science topics has never been easier -- with Science Resource Center, thousands of topic overviews, experiments, biographies, pictures and illustrations are just a few clicks away and the latest scientific developments are covered in articles from over 200 magazines and academic journals and links to quality web sites.

Educator's Reference Complete Get information on educational principles, child development and psychology, and best practices in education, from more than 450 academic journals, hundreds of reports, and many premier reference sources.

Literature Resource Center Find up-to-date biographical information, overviews, literary criticism and reviews on more than 130,000 writers in all disciplines, from all time periods and from around the world.

Literature Resources from Gale Research authors and their works, literary movements and genres. Find complete literary works online, journal articles, literature criticism, reviews, biographical information and overviews.

Contemporary Authors Get biographies of more than 120,000 U.S. and international authors.

Fine Arts and Music Collection This collection of more than 100 magazines and journals will provide you with resources to support research in areas such as drama, music, art history, and filmmaking.

Criminal Justice Collection Whether studying to become a lawyer or law enforcement officer, paralegal, or for a career in Homeland Security, this collection of 150 journals rises to the challenge.

LegalTrac Provides indexing for more than 1,400 titles including major law reviews, legal newspapers, bar association journals and international legal journals. LegalTrac® also contains law-related articles from over 1,000 additional business and general interest titles.

Culinary Arts Collection For recreational cooks and professional chefs alike, this tool provides access to recipes and other culinary information from trusted sources.

Gardening, Landscape and Horticulture Collection This collection provides information for gardening enthusiasts and professionals alike, with access to over 80 journals focused on key issues in gardening, landscaping, and other areas of horticulture, as well as over 20 subject-specific reference sources.

Home Improvement Collection Whether you're a hobbyist or a professional, here you can learn about such topics as architectural techniques, tool and material selection and zoning requirements.

U.S. History Collection A collection of journals providing coverage of both current thought on events in U.S. history as well as scholarly work established in the field.

World History Collection A collection of leading journals in the field of world history.

History Resource Center: U.S. Get information about U.S. history from periodicals, multimedia reference articles and overviews and facsimiles of historic documents.

History Resource Center: World Get information on world history with this collection of scholarly publications, primary sources, images, maps and charts.

Lands and Peoples Find up-to-date information on countries, cultures, and current events. Includes a collection of over 1,000 maps that detail climate, culture, population, topography, and more.

Military and Intelligence Database Search over 500 titles and more than 7 million articles, with links to related online sources. This collection includes reference books, magazine and newswire articles.

War and Terrorism Collection Contains more than 1.7 million articles about war and terrorism covering conflicts, their causes, impact and perception on a global scale.

Pop Culture Collection This collection provides useful information for any researcher in a social sciences, history, art, or liberal arts course. The collection is made up of 100 subject-appropriate periodicals. While most articles are available online, the library may need to request a print copy in some cases.

Opposing Viewpoints Resource Center A one-stop source for information on today's hottest social issues, from Terrorism to Endangered Species, Stem Cell Research to Gun Control. OVRC features viewpoint articles, topic overviews, magazine, academic journal, and newspaper articles, primary source documents, statistics, images and podcasts, and links to Websites. Appropriate for students in grades K through 12.

Environmental Studies and Policy Collection This collection, which includes nearly 200 journals, provides instant access to the multiple viewpoints of this volatile field of study, including perspectives from the scientific community, governmental policy makers, and corporate interests.

Communications and Mass Media Collection This collection provides current and accurate information from more than 100 journals focused on all aspects of the communications field. Key subjects covered include: advertising and public relations, literature and writing, linguistics, and many more.

Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual and Transgender Issues Collection This collection of over 30 journals aims to provide balanced coverage of this significant aspect of our culture, covering such topics as gender studies, family and marital issues, health aspects, and many more. Coverage begins in 1980.

Diversity Studies Collection This collection explores cultural differences, contributions and influences in our global community. It includes articles from 150 journals, from 1980 to the present.

Religion and Philosophy Collection Users of this collection can research different religions and philosophies and how they impact our daily lives. While most articles are available online, the library may need to request a print copy in some cases.

Informe Find articles on business, health, technology, culture, current topics and other subjects from a collection of Hispanic magazines. Coverage begins in 1994.

Computer Database Find computer-related product introductions, news and reviews in areas such as hardware, software, electronics, engineering, communications and the application of technology.

Agriculture Collection With broad coverage of agriculture and its related fields, this collection provides a comprehensive view of this growing body of knowledge. Comprised of nearly 200 titles, researchers will have access to current and authoritative content that spans the industry -- from practical aspects of farming to cutting edge scientific research in horticulture.

Business and Company Resource Center Get company profiles, company brand information, rankings, investment reports, company histories, chronologies, and periodicals, and find detailed company and industry news and information.

Hospitality, Tourism and Leisure Collection Learn about the historical and current state of affairs in the hospitality and tourism field, and also get a focused study of specialized aspects of the industry - including cultural aspects of travel, leisure activities, economic aspects of tourism, and more. You can also find the Fodor's travel guides for many worldwide destinations!

Insurance and Liability Collection A collection of magazines and journals on the topic of insurance and liability.

Small Business Collection Search through 250 small business magazines for management insights, tips, strategies and success stories.

Small Business Resource Center Offers content that covers all major areas of starting and operating a business, including accounting, finance, human resources, management, marketing, tax and more.

Custom Newspapers A selection of U.S. and International newspapers, with 51,250,440 articles. Coverage begins in 1980, and continues through the current issues.

Student Resource Center Get information from more than 1,100 periodicals and newspapers, primary sources, creative works, and multimedia, including hours of video and audio clips and podcasts, on all core curriculum areas, including history, literature, science, social studies, and more.