Academic & Professional Reference Sources
Academic reference sources can be a good place to start learning about your topic and to find scholarly definitions. Online academic encyclopedias have detailed overviews of topics, usually written by knowledgeable professionals.
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Encyclopedia of Social Work This link opens in a new window
Social work encyclopedia with overviews and introductions for many topics.
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CQ Researcher This link opens in a new windowDetailed overviews of many current news topics, including some social problems and social policies.
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Encyclopedia of Social Welfare History in North AmericaBasic information on the history of social welfare in the United States, Canada, and Mexico. Articles are written by scholars in the field.
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Encyclopedia of Macro Social WorkExpanded articles related to macro practices and theories from the Encyclopedia of Social Work.
Save Web Pages
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Wayback MachineUse the Wayback Machine, part of the Internet Archive, to save copies of webpages that might change or be removed from their sites. You can also use it to find previously saved copies of webpages.
Access Problems?
Using library online resources and databases from off-campus requires your EMU netID login and password.
Most Common Solution:
Still having problems?
- Troubleshooting Access for more tips
- Submit a question for an email or phone reply
Not a current EMU Student?
- Use MeL Databases. These databases can be used by Michigan residents.
