Finding Articles
Using Online Databases
- Use the library's online databases to find articles by keyword, subject heading, title, author or other specific search methods.
- The library databases are listed by name of database (A-Z), by subject area, by database vendor and those that are currently on trial.
- Some databases offer articles online. These are called "full text". Look for this phrase (in bold) on all the library database pages to identify those that offer articles online.
- Also, use the "Find Text" button within a database to try and locate the article online or in the library. The Library databases are availble to SVSU students, faculty and staff both on campus and off campus.
- Access off campus requires using your SVSU Network username and password. Please see the link below for more detail on using these databases and other aspects of research.
Locating Journals
Online
Using the ONLINE JOURNALS link located on the left menu of the library homepage, enter the title of the journal or a word in the journal title. Select either the "starts with" or "contains" option on the search screen and click GO. A drop down screen may appear with a number of selections--if your title appears in this box, select it. Otherwise, simply hit Enter on your keyboard. If your title is online, you will see the databases that index that title, along with the coverage of the title. To view it, click on one of the databases offered or simply click on the title and you should be taken to a publisher or database page where you can further revise your search.
Print/Microfilm
Using the Print/Microfilm Journals option on CARDCAT, enter the journal title. If the journal is in print or microfilm format, the volumes and years available will be displayed. The print/microfilm collection is located on the library's second floor. If the library does not subscribe to a periodical, use the ILLIAD service to request the article.
Use this Find Articles handout for detailed instructions