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Cooper Library - Limited Access to Collections

A water leak during the recent cold spell has forced the closure of the 1st and 3rd Floors of Cooper Library - even after the rest of the facility will reopen. Political Science-specific materials (Call Numbers beginning with "J" and "K") are not accessible along with any other materials on the 1st Floor. Patrons needing access to these items will have their requests filled through InterLibrary Loan. The most current information is available on the Libraries homepage.

Clemson Libraries Info

Research Quick Links

Library Catalog

PASCALCat This link opens in a new window
find and borrow books from over 50 South Carolina academic institutions; access over 235,000 eBooks

Starting Points

Use popular and political journals and magazines to find a research topic of interest.

CQ Researcher This link opens in a new window
In-depth reports on issues in the news. Each includes an introductory overview; background & chronology on the topic; an assessment of the current situation; tables & maps; pro/con statements from representatives of opposing positions; & bibliographies of key sources.
CQ Press Political Reference Suite This link opens in a new window
Definitive reference resource for research in American government, politics, history, public policy, & current affairs.
Academic Search Complete This link opens in a new window
A great starting point for full-text articles from political science journals, as well as magazines & newspapers. Find book reviews here, too.

Helpful Guides

Political Science Student Writer's Manual
Call Number: JA86 .S39 2006
Writing a Research Paper in Political Science: A Practical Guide to Inquiry, Structure, and Methods
Call Number: JA86 .B24 2012