APA, MLA, and AMA Citation Guides Need help citing your sources? The Library has created some citation guides for the more commonly used sources in the APA, MLA, and AMA formats.

Parenthetical Documentation or In-text Citations Need help with citing your sources in the body of your paper? Here are some instructions for how to do that in MLA and APA formats.

Endnote Bibliographic Citations Software Set up an account or download the software that can organize, store, and input citations into Word documents to help you with your research.

Tutorials Need help using databases to find articles, the catalog to find books or just some basic research help? The Library has created some tutorials that are printable, web-based, and some that are PowerPoint shows complete with narration.

Full-text Instructions (pdf) on how to locate the full-text of an article including how to Inter-Library Loan (ILL).

Print Periodicals by Subject Use this database to find journals the Library receives in print. Can be searched by subject for example all nursing journals.

Subject Guides Need help with finding resources such as reference books, journals and credible web sites for your subject? The Library has created subject guides for a variety of subjects including statistics.

Research Assistance
Students, faculty and staff who are having difficulty locating materials for their projects are encouraged to contact the CSS Library for assistance. Assistance can be found by various methods, which include:

Online Reference Form - online form to send your question to a Librarian

Phone: 1(800) 447-5444 ask to be transferred to the Library; or try the Library's direct number (218) 723-6140. Be sure to check our hours. Currently, during the Fall & Spring semesters there is a Librarian available Monday - Wednesday until 7 pm.

Email: library@css.edu

Appointment: Students, faculty and staff may also schedule an appointment with a librarian for one-on-one reference assistance.
**Distance students and faculty: Julie Rustad is the Distance Education Librarian and an appointment can be scheduled for a time when you are visiting the Duluth campus or when she is visiting a specific ADEP site.

How to Avoid Plagiarism Worried about plagiarism? The Library has created a site to help you find out what CSS's policies are on Academic Honesty, tips on how to avoid plagiarism, and instructions on how to use the turnitin program.

Writing Center - need some assistance with writing your paper? Contact The Writing Center for assistance with editing, writing techniques, and resources to improve your writing skills.