How to Get Help
Contact your English 150, 190, or 192 class librarian for research help. Find his or her contact information.
You may also contact Jamie Emery, English Librarian, for research help. Jamie's contact information is on the right side of this page.
To contact any available SLU Librarian:
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Call 314-977-3103 |
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Text 314-925-7331 |
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Live chat with library staff |
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Email piusref@slu.edu |
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Tweet us @piuslibrary |
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Contents
This guide contains information on how to perform basic research for your English 150, 190, or 192 class. Tabs at the top of the guide correspond to types of information you may need to find, including:
There are also tabs that include information on how to:
Best Bets
- SLU Libraries CatalogUse to find books in the SLU Libraries.
- SLUth Search PlusUse to find articles on your topic. SLUth searches many library databases at once.
- LexisNexis AcademicAccess full-text articles from newspapers (international, national, and regional).
Choosing a Topic
Sometimes choosing your topic feels like hardest part of writing your paper. Pius Library has resources that can help you find a great topic.
- CQ ResearcherEach issue of this resource explores all sides of a "hot" current topic in some depth. Use it to find research topic ideas, refine a topic, or get background information on a topic.
- Opposing Viewpoint Series (Books)Series of books presenting pro and con positions on various topics, i.e., animal experimentation, violence, genetic engineering, gangs, etc. Link from the title to see a list of many books in the series.
- Taking Sides (Books)Book series presenting pro/con positions on various topics. Link from the title to see a list of books in the series.
English Librarian |
 Jamie L. Emery, M.S. JavaScript disabled or chat unavailable. Links: Profile & Guides Research Consultation Services: Available via SLU Appointments. |
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