Use the following terms to help you find collections of primary sources in the library's catalog:
Use reference sources to find the names and titles of specific people, places, items, etc. Reference sources will help you establish a timeline and identify key figures, facts, and terms. They can also refer you to secondary and primary sources. Finally, refer to the bibliographies in your secondary sources to help you locate primary sources.
Below are examples of magazines that you can use as primary sources. These, and many more, are available in print or microfilm on the second floor of the library. Search for these using the library's Full Text Finder:
Microfilm is a reel of film that has images of pages from an issue of a magazine, newspaper, etc. It includes text, images, advertisements, and other media that was featured in that issue. All microfilm is shelved on the 2nd floor of the library and is organized in alphabetical order by title. The library has two microfilm readers: one has free printing and the other can save selections from microfilm as a PDF. If you need help using the microfilm reader, please ask Tori!
