FTS: Food, Culture, and Identity: Start

This guide contains resources to help you find and evaluate sources, as well as general information about using the Library. Take some time to wander the space, get to know various study areas and browse our books, movies and magazines.

• Don't hesitate to ask if you've got questions! Send me an email - I enjoy helping you solve any research problems you have. We can work via email or set up a virtual or in person time to chat.
• You can also find library and research help at the library's Information Desk or via Reference Services.
• Use the Getting Started tab (above) when you dive into your project; consult the entire guide at all steps during the research process.

Since you are new to the library, consult our Library FAQs for answers to all kinds of questions. We also have a guide on how to do research well - use it to brush up and expand your research skills! And since everyone can use a refresher on how to find books in the library, we have a guide for that, too. Finally, we also have a guide for doing citations in some of the major styles. 

Research can be both exciting and frustrating. Fortunately, there are lots of people on campus who can help.

• Check with your professor if you aren't sure how to approach your assignment or want a second opinion on sources and strategies.
• Stop by the Writing Center at any point during the process for expert advice from your talented peers.
• The Academic Support Center can help with issues such as time management and organization.
• Connect with librarians for any and all research questions. There are many ways to get in touch with us. 

You can always email Julie or set up an appointment with me to discuss any questions. I'm happy to help with any and all of your research questions. Or if you just want to chat about your topic & create a strategy for searching, we can do that, too. 

If you want a refresher from our library session, the slides from class are posted here.