Search for Journal Articles

There are many different ways to search for journal articles:

Which search tool should I use?

• The library has many different tools you can use to find the information you are looking for. This page explains when to use the Catalogue, USearch, Databases - A to Z list, Electronic Journals, and Google Scholar.

Find a relevant database for your search

• Searching within a specific database will limit your results by focusing on a single subject area. Most databases contain articles from many different journals at once. If you're not sure which database to use, visit the Research Guide for your subject to see which databases are recommended by your librarian.

Formulating your search strategy

• Learn the steps to doing an effective search.  

What is a journal? 

• This article describes what a journal is and provides some helpful links. 

How do I view the full text of a journal article?

• This article shows you how to find an article online or in print.