Karl Mundt Library: SOC 100: Find Background Information

Background

Finding background information and definitions is often the first step when you are conducting research on a subject that is new to you. There are several places you can go to find reference sources on sociology topics.

Credo Reference This link opens in a new window
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Search this large collection of specialized encyclopedias, dictionaries, and related sources to find overviews and brief explanations of topics from a wide range of subjects.
Library Catalog This link opens in a new window
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The library catalog is an index or database of items that the Mundt Library owns or to which the Mundt Library subscribes. Use this database to find books, e-ebooks, videos, CDs and DVDs, and print magazines and journals. If you are accessing the library catalog from off-campus, log in with DSU Network Username and password.