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Articles & Research Databases
Literature on your research topic and direct access to articles online, when available at UW.
E-Journals
Alphabetical list of electronic journal titles held at UW.
Encyclopedias & Dictionaries
Resources for looking up quick facts and background information.
E-Newspapers, Media, Maps & More
Recommendations for finding news, audio/video, images, government publications, data sets and other types.
Research Guides
Librarian recommended resources & research tips tailored to your topic.
Citation Styles & Tools
Quick MLA, APA, and Chicago style guides for bibliographies; tools for storing and organizing sources.
Course Reserves
Library materials reserved for your classes.
Collections & Archives
Unique online and physical collections on specific subjects, in distinct formats, and in special archives.
Mobile Search Tools
Mobile-optimized research databases and library-related mobile apps.
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Computers & Printing
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Interlibrary Loan & Scanning Services
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Borrowing & Access
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Digital Scholarship
Examples of digital scholarship at the UW and where to get assistance with any phase of your project.
FAQ
Short, simple how-to and demos of frequently asked questions about using the Libraries and information resources.
Graduate Funding Info Service
Assistance with locating funding for research, tuition, travel, and other graduate school-related expenses.
Off-Campus Access & Technical Support
Using library resources from off-campus and other technical tips.
ResearchWorks Services
Tools for archiving and publishing the products of your research, including data sets, monographs, images, articles, and reports.
Scholarly Publishing & Open Access
Info on your rights as an author and open-access publishing alternatives.
Teaching Support
Collaborative library instructional services that can improve the research and information skills of your students.
Resources for Writing
Campus writing help and links to online resources.
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Accessibility
Info for users with disabilities about navigating the Libraries and its services.
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Libraries policies governing use of library resources, space, and services.
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Current Libraries strategic goals and initiatives.
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Homepage Spotlight
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Hanford Materials Exhibit
Suzzallo Library Globe
Reading Room in Suzzallo Library
Archival photo of students with mascot puppies
Verletta Kern, Digital Scholarship Librarian
Kristy Kwon
Lizabeth (Betsy) Wilson, Vice Provost for Digital Initiatives and Dean of University Libraries
Lost Landscapes and Vanishing Dreams - photo of native American man
GIS Symposium 2018
Revolution and Evolution: OMA&D 50 Year Historical Display – through June 13, 2018
Leslie Hurst 2018 Distinguished Librarian