Library Guides: Journalism: Getting Started

Library Databases

One Search
Find articles, books, e-books, and more. Searches the majority of UM Libraries print and online holdings.
Communication Source
An upgraded version of Communication and Mass Media. Provides the most robust, quality research solution in areas related to communication and mass media.
CQ Researcher
Contains original, comprehensive reports and analysis on issues in the news. CQ Researcher is part of CQ Collections.

Digital Newspapers at UM Libraries
Provides a list with direct links to UM Libraries digital newspapers collection.
Mississippi Newspapers at UM Libraries
UM Libraries holdings of digital Mississippi newspapers and Mississippi newspapers on microfilm.
Newspapers at UM Libraries
UM Libraries holdings of digital newspapers and finding aids for print and microform newspaper collections.

Data and Statistical Resources

ICPSR
One of the world's largest repositories of social science data and documentation. Topics covered include sociology, political science, economics, demography, education, child care, health care, crime, minority populations, and more.
Roper Center For Public Opinion Research
Collection of polling data from 1936 to the present that includes US polling firms, social issues, politics, pop culture, international affairs, and more.
Social Explorer
Online research tool designed to provide quick and easy access to modern and historical census data and demographic information.
Statista
Provides users with an innovative and intuitive tool for researching quantitative data, statistics, and related information.

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Physical Materials

Looking for physical books and journals? Check out the links below!
OneSearch Results: Journalism
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Library Tools

Associated Press Stylebook Online
Provides guidelines on spelling, grammar, punctuation and usage for all writers, editors, students, and public relations specialists.

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