The databases featured in this box are particularly useful for this class. You can learn more about databases on the Research Hub's Databases tab.
Find all our databases at Databases A-Z.
Try these databases for streaming media options. (Please log out of Naxos when you're done- there is a concurrent user limit.)
SLC also has audio CDs and listening equipment that may be of use. Located on 1st floor near microfilm.
Examples:
TIP: Clicking this icon will take you back to the Research Hub.
Think about keywords related to your topic in general, or a specific style/aspect/culture, to start your search in the library's catalog, WorldCat@SU. When you find a good item, try the subject links to lead to more resources on the topic. Also browse the shelf nearby for related titles. Ask your librarian for advanced search tips!
Try some of these subject headings in WorldCat:
Theater and society United States History 20th century | Vaudeville | Popular Culture | Music-halls (Variety-theaters, cabarets, etc.) | Hoffmann, Gertrude | Tanguay, Eva, 1878-1947 | Lowry, Ed, 1896-1983 | American wit and humor | Houdini, Harry, 1874-1926 | Performing artists | Tucker, Sophie, 1884-1966 | Ziegfeld, Flo, 1869-1932
Watch this tutorial video for some effective and time-saving searching strategies:
Access articles via the Databases A-Z page. If off campus, you'll need to log in with your SUEID.
Remember to consider whether your article is scholarly or popular- consult this chart or a librarian for help.
