Starting Your Research – Introductory & Interdisciplinary Databases

The Spring Semester has started and with the beginning of new information seeking adventures, the University Libraries offers several electronic-based tools to aid all of students and faculty with their respective research assignments. The Databases Page found under the “Find” links and icon located within the center toolbar.

Included among the most popular individual multi-disciplinary sites are: Academic Search Premier, Credo Reference, Global Issues in Context, LexisNexis Uni (formerly LexisNexis Academic), Opposing Viewpoints in Context (Gale), ProQuest Databases, and Statista: Insights and Facts Across 170 Industries and 150+ Countries.

We welcome you to our information center in the near future, but in the meantime if you need detailed help through the University Libraries. You can book a research appointment here: Research Appointment Site.

“Getting Started” w/ University Libraries Databases

When it comes to your first encounter with our 575 specialized databases, selecting individual ones related to your topic of choice is encouraged. However, an initial suggestion for those who want to explore a wide-range of subject areas within a single, or set of individual databases, the University Libraries has set up a series of recommended databases to begin your pursuit of detail information resources.

The following most frequently-used examples found on our dedicated and full-service Databases site are provided for you examination . . .

Academic Search Premier

Abstract = A multi-disciplinary database for academic institutions with peer-reviewed full-text journals across disciplines including computer sciences, engineering, physics, chemistry, language and linguistics, arts & literature, medical sciences, and ethnic studies.

 Credo Reference

Abstract = Provides background information from 4000 academic reference sources and allows users to create mind maps for research topics. Access this link https://library.shu.edu/credo-reference to view 200+ EBook titles.

Global Issues in Context

Abstract = Focuses on broad issues (war, genocide, human rights, poverty, globalization, world trade, global warming and other topics) in the news. Not a pro and con database, Global Issues in Context ties together sources to present analysis of issues across social, political, economic, environmental, and global headlines.

 LexisNexis Uni (Formerly LexisNexis Academic)

Abstract = Explore 17,000 news, business, and legal sources including U.S. Supreme Court decisions. Includes journals, television and radio broadcasts, newswires and blogs, local, regional, national and international newspapers with deep archives.

Opposing Viewpoints in Context (Gale)

Abstract = Covers current social issues, from offshore drilling to climate change, health care to immigration. This cross-curricular research tool supports science, social studies, current events, and language arts classes.

 ProQuest Databases (Multi-Disciplinary Databases)

Abstract = Multi-disciplinary full-text database that searches: ABI/INFORM; Dissertations & Theses; Ethnic NewsWatch (ENW); GenderWatch (GW); Hoover’s Company Records; Education, Psychology and Social Science Journals; Health Management; Newspapers; Nursing & Allied Health Source.

Statista: Insights and Facts Across 170 Industries and 150+ Countries)

Abstract = Quickly find data for popular topics in the news and across disciplines. Insights and facts across 170 industries and 150+ countries. Curated data is ready in multiple formats for Excel analysis or curated graphics can easily be pasted into presentations, research papers and Adobe Creative Cloud.

We welcome you to our information center in the near future, but in the meantime if you need detailed help through the University Libraries. You can book a research appointment here: Research Appointment Site.

Newspaper Research – Historic and Contemporary Databases

Newspaper Research – Historic and Contemporary Databases

This month’s database feature are newspapers, both current subscriptions as well as historic. Our Newspaper Collection covers a wide-range of local and internationally based major city dailies and, specialized presses, from the 18th century to the present day.

Newspaper Databases Site

Historic Newspapers Site

Thematic areas include African American Newspapers, Catholic News, Civil Rights, Ireland, Judaism, Latino/a, and Women’s Studies.

Nexis Uni is a great news and legal resource.

Nexis Uni Database Site

Need more help? Book a research appointment here: Research Appointment Site

News Article from Nexus Uni featuring Seton Hall University, 2022

SHU Libraries Database Spotlight – African American Catholic Resources

November is African American Catholic Month. In recognition of this significant subject area, and promoting research opportunities, there are various information-centered resources hosted by the Seton Hall University Libraries to aid with your exploration.

Included are the following specialized sites . . .

American Theological Library Association (ATLA)

https://web.s.ebscohost.com/ehost/search/basic?vid=0&sid=7d3791ab-4e2e-4ac9-bfb5-42081535f53e%40redis

Catholic News Archive

https://thecatholicnewsarchive.org/

Catholic Research Resources Alliance (CRRA) Portal

https://crra.memberclicks.net/catholic-portal

Catholic Studies Databases

https://library.shu.edu/az.php?s=49202

For more information on these and other sites, specific African American Catholic projects, and other research endeavors please feel free to reach out to me at: Alan.Delozier@shu.edu or book an appointment for consultation via the following site – https://library.shu.edu/research-appointments

Happy Exploration!