This guide provides general resources commonly used by Critical Writing classes. Review Course Guides as there may be a specific guide from your professor.
SRU faculty, staff, and students may create a free account to read The New York Times and The Wall Street Journal. First-time users must register before they can access the content.
Need to choose your own topic for a research paper? The following are some places to browse for an interesting, timely topic - and find your first source or two while you are at it!
The following are a few recommended websites for advice about writing.
The following are generalist databases useful for common English 102 topics. Depending on your topic, you may want to review the subject research guide most related to your topic for additional databases to search. You can always ask a librarian for suggestions, too!
For some sessions of Critical Writing, professors require students to find information about Slippery Rock's history. A great place to find this information is the University Archives. The digital collections listed below contain tons of primary source material from Slippery Rock throughout time. If you are having a hard time browsing the digital resources, or you would like to see what physical artifacts the Archives has, please Contact the Archives.
Research Services and Reference are available via the Ask A Librarian service during the Winter Session.
If you need additional support, Contact your Subject Specialist Librarian.