There are lots of ways to find articles. Where you look first will be determined by the kind of information you need. Read the description of each database to find out what types of information the database contains OR search databases by subject at https://uark.libguides.com/az.php.

All good research of a topic begins with a solid definition or a clear overview of the topic. Encyclopedias and dictionaries offer clear, concise information about a topic and are a good starting point. Encyclopedias are good for an overview of your topic, while dictionaries are useful for "sound bite" definitions that are easy to insert into the beginning of a paper or speech. For basic information, try these general favorites:

Large collections of reference material are available through the Libraries, which you can search in one stop (which may give you "false" returns), or you can drill down to specific encyclopedias or dictionaries for more precise results.

Finally, look for a particular topic in one of the many specialty encyclopedias or dictionaries, like these: