Research Guides: COMM 5 (Osburg): How do I find articles?

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I. Watch this 2 minute video to know more about what a library database is.

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II. Try these library databases!

The links below will take you into library databases and you can search for articles in magazines, newspapers and journals about your topic. Use your Lobo Apps to sign in.

Academic Search Complete This link opens in a new window
Comprehensive collection of academic journal, magazine, and newspaper articles.
Opposing Viewpoints in Context This link opens in a new window
Covers current controversial topics, and includes full-text articles, statistics, viewpoint essays (pro and con), etc.
CQ Researcher This link opens in a new window
In-depth articles on current major and controversial topics. Includes pro-con arguments, background, and more.
US Major Dailies This link opens in a new window
Up to date full-text of the New York Times, Washington Post, Wall Street Journal, Los Angeles Times, and Chicago Tribune
Statista This link opens in a new window
Direct access to qualitative and quantitative data on media, business, finance, politics, and current events. Information from government and other resources.

Penny Press Newspaper Examples

The links below are from the Library of Congress collection.