This guide is intended to help students get to know the physical and virtual library as well as conduct research for COM 101: Intro to Mass Communication. There's a "Looking for Topics" page and page that contain quick links to useful sources such as:

Finding Information

• Books and Videos:  Search for print and electronic books (including reference such as encyclopedias and handbooks), DVDs, and streaming videos.
• Articles:  Use the library databases to find online scholarly journal, popular magazine, and newspaper articles.
• Websites: Tips on searching for reputable and reliable web info and evaluating what you find

The Center for Media and Social Impact has information on FAIR USE for journalism, online video creators, and documentary films.