A student does homework in the newly remodeled study area on the first floor of the Main Library

Instructional Services
161 Library
Kent State University
330-672-3045

Frequently Asked Questions about Finding Journal Articles

What are Scholarly Articles?

Keyword searching with Boolean Operators

Why do you recommend using Academic Search Complete?

How do I know if I can get full text of the article online?

What does Find It (OLinks) mean?

Can I email articles to myself?

Can I get to Academic Search Complete from off-campus?

Are there other ways of finding journal articles in the library?

Need more help?

Reference Desk hours This is a link to another web site (1st floor Main Library). Stop by or call: 330-672-3150

Ask a Librarian email reference service and live OhioLINK Chat service: http://www.library.kent.edu/askus

PERC's - Personalized Research Consultations: Librarians are available to meet for one-on-one research assistance. To make an appointment, call (330-672-3150) or stop by the reference desk.