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Hunter Library
Research Guides
Western Carolina University

Criminal Justice 280: Nielson

Getting help in the library

There are many ways to get research help! First, you can contact me. My contact information is on the home page of this guide. I am happy to schedule research consultations!

We also offer general research assistance in person, by phone, and through chat or email. More information about the various ways to receive help can be found in the link below.

Anatomy of the library webpage

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The most important areas for this particular class

OneSearch - This search bar searches across our physical and electronic collections. Search results include books, DVDs, journal articles, databases, research guides, and more. This can be a great starting point, but as you get deeper in your disciplinary research, there will be other resources to search that will be more appropriate to your needs.

Articles/Databases - This link will take you to a list of our subscription databases that contain high-quality, reputable information. 

Books - Don't forget about our collection of books! We have a wealth of books, both print and electronic, related to your research topics. This link will take you to our catalog where you can find those books.

Research Guides - This is a link to the subject, course, and topic guides librarians have put together. They contain research tips, curated lists of resources, and search strategies.

Other features of note

Library Account - Click this and log in using your WCU credentials to see what books you have checked out and when they are due. You can also renew books here.

Spaces - Want to reserve a study room, a recording booth, or the VR lab? Do that here.

Ask Us - See that little orange Ask Us bubble in the lower right corner? That is a chat box that will connect you with a reference librarian!