You may want to start with local resources like newspapers or university sources to see what is being said about your topic locally. Remember there are differences in the kinds of information you find in newspapers:
Opinion pieces are about persuading and expressing personal viewpoints.
News reporting is about informing with facts, without taking sides.
Analysis is about interpreting and providing insight into the facts, often with some opinion-based context.
Investigative journalism seeks to uncover hidden truths and often involves deep, original research. Also referred to as long form journalism or stories that cover a subject in much greater depth than a standard news article.
Lifestyle pieces are about human interest and cultural topics, typically more informal.
Opinion: A columnist writing about why a particular political candidate is the best choice in an upcoming election.
News Reporting: A report on a new policy announced by the government, explaining the details, who is involved, and how it affects citizens.
Analysis: A piece that looks at the potential impact of the new policy, breaking down how it might change the political landscape or economy.
Investigative Journalism: An exposé uncovering corruption within a local government or corporation.
Lifestyle: A profile of a local artist, a review of a new movie, or a piece on emerging fashion trends.
Full online access to The New York Times is provided with ability to search back to 1851. Full articles, blogs, videos, and multimedia are accessible for the full range of content across the site.
First time users, visit http://accessnyt.com/, scroll to “Continue with work or school single sign-on,” and sign in using your CU credentials. Existing users must connect their account to CU. For troubleshooting tips, visit the NYT Online Access Set Up guide.
Search historical and current content from The State (Columbia, SC) Newspaper. Coverage begins in 1891 and runs through 1987 for the archival content and picks up again to include current content through today, including full-text, web-only content and full-color image edition.
This resource was funded by Sigma Alpha Zeta (SAZ).