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Writing A Research Paper-A Step by Step Process

A Step by Step Process

Finding Sources

Your research should begin with using the library's catalog and databases or the Alabama Virtual Library. Your instructor may approve other internet sources. 

Using Primary and Secondary Sources

Accessing Southern Union State Community College Library's Catalog

On the library’s catalog, you will find what resources (books, periodicals/articles, databases, eBooks, and media sources) the library has on your topic.

Note: To check out a book from the library, you will need your Southern Union Student ID, which is also your library card. If you do not have an ID, you can get one in the library. To get an ID, you need is a copy of your current class schedule and a photo ID.