Introduction

Welcome! This library guide supports FYS • First Year Seminar. It is a starting point for locating Archer Library resources and information selected for course assignments.

In addition to the introduction on this page, this guide includes:

• Getting Started with Research (PDF);
• Archer Library Online & Library Faculty & Staff Directory;
• Library Databases & A to Z Database List;
• Library Collections & Catalogs; and
• Library eBook Collections

Using this Library Guide

Navigate this guide using the tabs located at the top of the page; several tabs include drop-down menu options with additional information. Select a tab to review page contents and use the arrow to locate corresponding topics. Feel free to download, print, and save any handouts provided.

Resources are updated frequently, take time to bookmark this resource guide for later use. Archer Library guides are available online, 24/7.

Questions? We can help

Guide Resources: If you have questions about any of the Archer Library resources presented in this guide, or need help using them, feel free to contact me via email at dschreck@ashland.edu.

Online Help: Ask a Librarian chat is available for help during reference hours; a chat widget is located on this page. You may also email a member of the reference team at library@ashland.edu.

Interested in scheduling an appointment? We are here to help you craft and manage effective search strategies, locate articles in library databases, use OhioLINK and Interlibrary loan, and more.