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Ethnic Studies Chicanx/Latinx Studies

Researching: Immigration/Border Issues

Tips on researching Immigration/Border Issues at Sacramento State

Explore the CQ Researcher below, which provides an excellent summary of the topic

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Find Books with keywords like:

...And subject terms like:

Look for journal articles using the databases listed in the Find Articles & Journals

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Researching: The Chicano Experience in California

Tips for researching the Chicano Experience in California at Sacramento State:

Begin with statistical sources:

Conduct keyword searches like Chicano* and California or Mexican American* and California to find books on the topic.

  • Try limiting the above search to the CSUS Theses Collection to find Masters theses on the topic. These often are focused on the Sacramento Region.

Use Library of Congress Subject Headings to find the concept you're searching for:

Use the databases listed in the previous tab to find articles on a given topic related to Mexican Americans in California.

  • Try using search terms like:
    • Chicano* and California
    • Mexican American* and California
  • For specific topics try them by name:
    • Ceasar Chavez
    • Zoot Suit Riot

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Researching: Chicana Studies

Tips for researching Chicana Studies at Sacramento State:

Begin with a general reference work:

Search the keyword Chicana or Latina in EUREKA to find books on the topic. From there, consider doing an advanced keyword search to find more specific information:

Search the subject Mexican American Women in EUREKA and explore the breadth of topics available.

Look for specific scholars/activists/artists/figures by name in EUREKA. Try using both a keyword or author (last name, first name) search for the specific person:

Use the databases listed in the previous tab to find articles on a given topic related to Chicana Studies.

Always feel free to talk to a Librarian! Contact me, or find one by subject here.

Last Updated: Jan 25, 2024 10:02 AM