The best way to access articles is through one of the Library's databases. We have a lot of databases to choose from. Browse the list below for recommendations for the ones that cover communication studies and related areas. You can also try Google Scholar, although it's usually easier to find the full text of articles when you search our databases.
The Tracking Down Materials tab has a lot of information about how to find the full text of any item. This can be one of the trickier parts of research, so please feel free to email me (librarian Julie Gilbert) or connect with any librarian through Reference Services if you're having any issues.
The easiest way to access news articles is through these databases. This will get you around any paywalls you might encounter if you were just searching Google for newspaper articles.
Provides the full text of global, regional and local news sources. Coverage ranges from over 40 Minnesota sources to international sources from over 200 countries.
You should always search Communication and Mass Media Complete for any communication studies-related topic, as it will put you directly in contact with literature in the field. Read the descriptions of the other databases; they may work for you depending on your topic. If you're having any trouble searching databases, browse the Search Tips tab above.
A good place to start research on most any subject. This multi-disciplinary database indexes nearly 8,050 publications and provides full text for nearly 4,600, including more than 3,900 peer-reviewed journals. Access is provided by eLibraryMN (ELM).
Annual volume of review essays that examine an issue in depth and provide a review of relevant research.
Provides indexing and abstracts for over 750 communication and mass media journals, and includes full text for over 450 journals.
Ethnic Diversity Source covers the culture, traditions, and lived experiences of different ethnic groups in America. It provides the full text of nearly 500 journals, including almost 400 peer reviewed journals. It also provides access to the Diversity and Ethnic Studies collection of more than 5,000 ebooks.
Covers issues related to race in society today. Includes content such as topical essays written by subject experts, full text journal articles, and primary source documents.
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