Choosing a Topic

MODULE 3: WHAT ARE PERIODICALS?

Healey Library subscribes to roughly 500 periodicals in paper and over 25,000 in electronic formats. Periodicals include journals, magazines and newspapers that are published at regular intervals (daily, weekly, monthly, quarterly, etc.).

Articles provide:

  • Up to date information
  • Information specific to your topic
  • Research studies
  • Opinions on current issues
  • References to other sources
  • Current Statistics
  • Book, film and music reviews
 
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