Reference

This guide will help you use Reference sources to build context around your topic. Use the menu on the left to find specific types of Reference sources.

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Tuesday 9 am - 11 am

Thursday 3 pm - 5 pm

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(or whenever the Mammoth isn't skeletal)

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Need to get started right away? Try our Research Guides for every subject.