Which question best describes your situation?

1. How do I find a journal article on a topic?
2. How do I find a newspaper article on a topic?
3. I have the journal source. How do I find a specific journal article?
4. Help! How do I find a journal article?

ANSWER A:  Journal article on a topic.

• To start research on a topic, find the right database for your needs. Start at Databases by Subject.

ANSWER B:  Newspaper article on a topic.

• If you want to find newspaper articles, see the Newspaper Databases list.
• If you are using Lexis-Nexis Academic, consult its full text help.

ANSWER C:  Specific journal article?

• To determine if UD subscribes to a journal in electronic form, visit the Electronic Journal Finder, and search the name of the journal.
  
• If a specific journal article is not available in full text format, you need to check if the library subscribes to the journal title in printed format. Visit the University of Dayton Online Catalog and search by PERIODICAL TITLE.

ANSWER D:  Need help?

If you need assistance, ask at the Reference Desk or call 229-4270 or use the E-mail Reference Service.