LibGuides: College Writing: Getting Started

Getting Started: Suggested Database

Use this resource to choose a topic, to learn more about a topic, and see a variety of sources and perspectives.

Opposing Viewpoints in Context (NOVELNY)
Covers research and opinion on important social issues and current events. Presents informed, differing perspectives and includes pro & con viewpoints. Quick and easy access to frequently studied and discussed topics. From NOVELNY.

Using the Library

Getting Help
Library Staff are here to help you with your research, finding information or using the library.
Please visit the Library Help Desk on the main floor (which is the 3rd floor) or Ask Us.
Learn more with this how-to guide Using the Library & Introduction to Research.

Off-campus access
Most online resources on the Library website are available from anywhere off-campus.
Some databases will ask you to login. Use your culinary username and password that you use for email, MainMenu, Moodle, etc.

Interlibrary Loan
If there is a book or article that we do not have in the library we will get a copy for you through Interlibrary Loan, a free service for all CIA students, staff & faculty.

Featured Resource - Kanopy

Kanopy Videos
Online collection of documentaries and instructional videos.

Help Center for Kanopy
How to watch and share videos, how to create playlists and clips, and more.