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HIST 2320 - African American History from Slavery to Freedom

This guide is intended as a point to departure for research in history. You will find search strategies and writing resources to help guide you through your HIST 2320 writing project.

Welcome!

This guide is intended as a point to departure for research in HIST 2320. You will find information on the stages of research and when it is appropriate to use which type of source -  as well as recommended databases. 

If you encounter any problems or just want help navigating the wide array of historical resources offered by BGSU, please do not hesitate to reach out to a librarian

   Mickalene Thomas, Portrait of Mnonja, 2010, rhinestones, acrylic, and enamel on wood panel, Smithsonian American Art Museum, Museum purchase through the Luisita L. and Franz H. Denghausen Endowment, 2011.16, © 2010, Mickalene Thomas

Getting Started

Borrowing Items

To borrow items from the library, you will need your BGSU ID card. Undergraduate students can check out books for 3 weeks and renew up to 6 times. For more information of borrowing ideas, please click here. 

Off-campus access

Students, faculty, and staff have 24/7 access to all library databases from anywhere. To access off-campus, simply login with your BGSU username and password and authentic with a push notification. 

Helpful tip: Your BGSU username and password for UL access will be the same as you MyBGSU account.

Requesting Materials for Other Libraries

BGSU has access to a large amount of print and on-line resources, but don't have it all. However, chances are you will still be able to access the resource via OhioLink or other libraries across the country. Requesting a item is super simple, just look for the "Request this item" link in Summon or the catalog and enter in the required information. If you are requesting a physical book, you will get an email to your BGSU email indicating the item has arrived and you can pick it up. If you requested an article, you will get an email with a link and directions on how to access it.