Explore our Research Tools

 

Choose a Search Tool

Choosing an appropriate search tool often depends on the kind of information you need. 

Whatever search tool you choose, don't forget that you can Ask a Librarian for assistance in finding exactly what you need. 

• SEARCH@UW
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  Want a wide range of resources? Find books, journal articles, media, and other materials in the library collection.
• Academic Search UltimateThis link opens in a new window

  A great starting place! Features thousands of full-text journals and offers coverage spanning a broad range of important areas of academic study.
• Credo Reference This link opens in a new window

  Articles from reference sources such as encyclopedias and dictionaries on a variety of topics. Also includes tutorials on research basics.
• Google Scholar This link opens in a new window

  Feeling stuck? Google Scholar is a great place to explore scholarly sources while using more natural search terms and phrases