Learn how to quickly save sources and searches in the library catalog.
If you want to save the link to an article or book found in the library databases, you need to copy the permalink. A permalink can be found in all library databases and provides a permanent (stable) link back to your source.
The link in the address bar is unlikely to work later. Similarly, bookmarking the page will save the wrong link. Don't save the wrong link and lose your research!
Keep notes as you research for maximum efficiency.
Use the Database Research and Citation Log to assist in keeping track of your research.
Or take advantage of technology with a citation manager!
Citation managers are tools that make it easy to keep track of your research and citations.
Check out our guide to citation managers to get started.
Citations play an important role in scholarly work, connecting different works in a larger conversation. Citing sources in academic writing also avoids plagiarism. There are several different types of citation styles which are each used in different fields.
The full guide to MLA
The full guide to Chicago Style
