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[hidetoc]Finding a Periodical
To check if the library subscribes to a certain title of a periodical (magazine, newspaper, or journal), search:
- Periodicals Holdings List for periodical titles in the University Library AND for titles available through subscription databases
- Stout Library Catalog for periodical titles in the University Library
Finding an Online Periodical
To determine if a periodical title is available online or to BROWSE the contents of an online journal:
- Search the Periodicals Holdings List for a specific journal title
- If the title is listed, click on one of the database links that will take you to the subscription database. Most databases will present a list by year and/or month. Click on a link and BROWSE the articles.
- These databases are available to Stout users only.
To find specific articles by subject, see below: Finding an Article.
Finding a Periodical in the University Library
Many periodicals are full text online through a subscription database; however, some are only available in the University Library.
- Search the Periodicals Holdings List or Stout Library Catalog for a specific journal title
- Determine the format of the periodical (print, microfiche, microfilm) as indicated
- Go to the Periodicals Collection on the 2nd floor of the University Library to locate them.
- They are shelved alphabetically by the title of the journal or newspaper.
- Paper format, bound volumes, and microfilm are located on the shelves.
- Microfiche format are filed in metal cabinets at the west end of the periodicals area.
- The Current Display Area highlights the most recent issue of select popular periodicals.
Finding an Article
To access articles in periodicals by subject, consult Indexes and Databases. These databases are available to Stout users only.
If you need help finding information, consult Finding Your Sources or Research Tutorial or ask a Reference Librarian for assistance.
Non-Stout people have access to some Free Online Databases.
Check Out Policy and Copying Service
Due to high use, periodicals are not checked out. You may print an article using photocopiers as well as microfilm/microfiche readers, printers, and scanners. The charge for photocopying and printing is $0.10 per page for black and white or $0.20 per page for color.
Assistance
A student assistant is available at the Periodicals Information Desk on 2nd floor to assist you in locating specific issues of periodicals and to help with using the equipment. If a student assistant is not available at the Periodicals Information Desk, check at the Circulation Desk on 1st Floor for help.
If you have questions or comments regarding periodicals in the University Library, or are interested in ordering a title for the collection, contact Bill Johnston (715-232-2363).
Last Updated: 07/03/2008 and Last Revised: 7/2/2008
Contact Bill Johnston for more information or help on this topic.