Welcome! This guide is designed to help you identify sources for your research and writing assignments.
See also: Library Presentation Slides
If you plan to do your research from off-campus, make sure you follow these instructions to set up the UC Davis Library's virtual private network:
Take a few minutes to watch these videos about the UC Davis Library website, creating a search strategy for your topic, and finding peer-reviewed articles.
1. Library Overview (7:45)
Learn about key features on the UC Davis Library website.
2. Create a Search Strategy (6:34)
Identify keywords related to your topic and use Boolean operators, truncation and phrase searching to create an effective search.
3. Refine Your Search (3:21)
Use database filters to locate relevant articles.