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TOPIC: Research Assistance (information on searching and who to ask for help)

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General research information

How do I access library materials through Google Scholar? 

I have a citation. How do I find the full text article? 

How do I find primary sources?

How do I find a specific journal or periodical through WKU Libraries?

Topic based research information

How can I find out if the library has a book on my topic?

Where can I find and access appropriate research databases for my topic? 

How can I find scholarly articles on my topic through WKU Libraries? 

How can I find a librarian who specializes in my area of research? 

Searching for different media/materials

How do I find ebooks?

How can I find newspaper articles through WKU Libraries? 

How can I find a master's or doctoral thesis or dissertation? What if it is written by WKU faculty, students, or staff?

How can I find test preparation materials for popular tests like the GRE, ASVAB, PRAXIS, and others?

Where would I find sheet music at WKU Libraries? 

See TOPIC: IT Assistance and Digital Access for access to software and digital resources

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  • Last Updated Jan 18, 2023
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  • Answered By Wren Pierce

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