Research Databases

Biography Reference Source — More than 390,000 biographies. Includes complete full text run of Biography Today and Biography Magazine as well as thousands of narrative biographies.

The Biography Reference eBook Collection- Companion to the Biography Reference Source database, this encompasses a rich selection of biographic titles, covering popular and important figures in business, film, history, music, politics, sports and more.

Business Source Elite — This database provides full-text coverage of top business, management and economics journals and periodicals. These valuable publications cover topics such as accounting, banking, finance, international business, marketing, sales and more.

EBSCO eBooks Business Subscription Collection — Equip students and faculty with access to thousands of e-books dedicated to the study of business.

Regional Business News — Regional business publications for the United States and Canadian provinces from 1990. Includes newspapers, radio and television news transcripts, trade publications, magazines, and newswires.

Small Business Source — Covers all aspects of starting and operating a business. Includes information on accounting, human resources, management, marketing, tax, and more. State-specific information included.

ERIC: Education Resources Information Center — Index of journal articles, books, theses, curriculum guides, conference papers, standards, and guidelines on a wide range of education topics. Sponsored by the Institute of Education Sciences of the U.S. Department of Education.

Professional Development Collection — Specialized information for librarians, teachers, and education researchers.

Library & Information Science Source — Journals and periodicals that help librarians
and researchers keep pace with the latest trends in the field.

AGRICOLA — From the National Agricultural Library. Contains citations about all aspects
of agriculture and related fields. Includes: journal articles, monographs, proceedings,
theses, patents, translations, audiovisual materials, computer software, and technical
reports.

Alt HealthWatch — Provides information on complementary, holistic, and integrated approaches to healthcare and wellness. Sources include journals (some peer-reviewed) and reports.

Health Source: Consumer Edition — Subjects include fitness, nutrition, diabetes, aging, women's health, children's health, and more. Information comes from magazines, books, Clinical Reference System reports, and pamphlets.

Health Source: Nursing/Academic Edition — Provides researchers, allied health professionals, nurses, and medical educators access to scholarly journals on many medical disciplines. Provides indexing, abstracts, and full text for hundreds of nursing and allied health journals, many of which are peer reviewed.

Psychology and Behavioral Sciences Collection — Covers a broad range of subjects in
the fields of psychology, behavioral sciences, and related disciplines. For psychologists,
counselors, researchers, and students.

Science Reference Source — Provides full text for hundreds of science magazines, journals, reference books and high-quality videos. The database also contains science experiments, curriculum-aligned lesson plans, and a vast image collection.

Science Reference eBook Subscription — This encompasses a rich selection of titles covering science, technology, engineering, and mathematics.

History Reference Source — Covering topics in U.S. and world history from the earliest civilizations through the 21st century, this database contains full-text journals, magazines, reference books and thousands of primary-source documents.

History Reference eBook Subscription — A companion to the History Reference Source database, this contains a rich selection of historical titles, covering global topics from the ancient world through today.

Legal Information Source — Thousands of legal forms by topic, including Bankruptcy, Divorce, Name Changes, Wills & Estate Planning, and more. Most of the full-text legal reference books are provided through NOLO.

Legal Source — A scholarly resource of current issues, studies, and trends of the legal world. For attorneys, educators, businesspeople, law librarians, students, and paralegals.

Religion & Philosophy Collection — Hundreds of full-text journals and magazines
covering many religious and philosophical topics, including world religions, religious
history, political philosophy, and philosophy of language.

Hobbies & Crafts Source — Subject areas include arts & crafts; games &
electronics; models; needlework; outdoors & nature; and scrapbooking & paper craft.

Auto Repair Source — Repair information and schedules, diagrams, parts and labor estimates, service alerts, and recalls. Covers thousands of domestic and imported vehicles.

Small Engine Repair Source — Repair guides for small engines and routine maintenance (tune-ups, brake service, etc.). Also includes guides on extensive repairs such as engine and transmission disassembly. Coverage includes lawnmowers, motorcycles, tractors, and snowmobiles. Information on more than 25 years of engine models, with new and updated content added regularly.

Home Improvement Source — Includes maintenance, remodeling,
electrical work, plumbing, wood projects, outdoor improvements, decorating, home &
garden, etc. Includes more than 130 reference books.
 

Literary Reference Source — Full-text literary database covering all genres and time periods. It includes thousands of synopses, critical essays, book reviews, literary journals, and author biographies, plus full-text classic novels, short stories, and poems.

Literary Reference eBook Subscription — Contains a broad range of literary-related subjects with selections including literary criticism, study guides, and classics such as Emma, Dracula, and Frankenstein.

NoveList & NoveList K-8  — Contains information on over 260,000 fiction and readable nonfiction titles. Features lists of award-winning books, book discussion guides, Read-a-Like recommendations, and complete series information. Also includes reader ratings and reviews. Create your own reading wish list.

Book Collection: Nonfiction — Designed for public libraries, thousands of books cover
core subject areas as well as information on careers, health, sports, adventure,
technology, life skills, and more.

EBSCO eBooks High School Subscription Collection — Give students, educators, and
administrators on-the-go access to popular e-books. This robust collection includes a
selection of classic literary works, important historical documents, and general reference
materials.

EBSCO eBooks Public Library Subscription Collection — Access to high-quality
e-books covering a wide range of topics such as self-help, fitness, games, hobbies, and
cooking. This general reference e-book collection features titles for both adults and
juveniles.

EBSCO eBooks Diversity & Ethnic Studies Subscription Collection — This
groundbreaking collection includes over 6,000 high-quality e-books on the topic of
diversity, equity, and inclusion.

MAS Reference eBook Subscription — This encompasses a rich selection of titles
covering a broad range of general reference subjects, including biography, careers,
language arts, literature, government, math, science, current events, and
social-emotional health.

MasterFILE Reference eBook Collection — Contains reference books covering a broad
range of general reference subjects, including biography, history, architecture, literature,
cooking, health and wellness, science, self-help, religion, current events, sports, travel and
more.
 

Academic Search Elite — Designed for academic institutions. Comprehensive,
multi-disciplinary resource of scholarly research. Coverage on a wide range of topics.
Includes peer-reviewed full-text resources for subjects such as adult education, higher
education, public health, and more.

Ethnic Diversity Source — This full-text database is a dedicated resource covering the
culture, traditions, social treatment and lived experiences of different ethnic groups in
America.

LGBTQ+ Source — LGBTQ+ Source is the definitive database for LGBTQ+ studies. It
provides scholarly and popular LGBTQ+ publications in full text, plus historically
important primary sources, including monographs, magazines, newspapers, and videos.
It also includes a specialized LGBTQ+ thesaurus containing thousands of terms.

MAS Complete — Designed for high school libraries and o􀆯ers coverage of popular high
school magazines and reference books. Wide range of subjects offered including art,
history, sports, and music. Over 1,000,000 photos, maps, and flags. Full text magazines
include Discover, US News & World Report, Scientific American, and more.

MasterFILE Complete — Broad collection of popular full-text magazines and reference
books. Magazines include People, Better Homes and Gardens, TIME, and Newsweek.
Covers subjects including business, health, education, fitness, sports and leisure, personal
finance, general science, multicultural issues, DIY, and fashion. Also includes photos,
maps, and flags.

Newspaper Source Plus — Includes millions of articles from newspapers, newswires, and
news magazines. O􀆯ers television and radio transcripts and ongoing daily updates from
popular news sources. Newspapers include St. Louis Post-Dispatch, The Washington
Post, USA Today, and more.

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