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ENG 132: English Composition II: Find Articles

Databases

Databases at LWLC are your 24/7 online library, providing you with free access to journals, magazines, and newspapers, plus e-books, video, audiobooks, test prep materials, and more. This huge collection of resources can be accessed anywhere you have an internet connection. When you're off campus, use your ASU campus-wide ID and your last name to log in. 

To access the databases:

  • Go to the Library's website: www.lib.alasu.edu
  • Click on Databases
  • Select a database from the subject areas or the alphabetical listing
  • The login screen will ask that you:
    1. Enter your Campus ID without hyphens
    1. Enter your LAST NAME
  • Once in the database enter your search terms in the search boxes provided

If you are in our system and unable to login to the databases please send an email to rcurtis@alasu.edu for support.

If you need help using the databases please contact the Reference Desk (334) 604-9093.

Helpful Databases

How to Find Articles

To find articles, first go to the LWLC homepage and select "Databases by Subject" or in the blue box on the lower left hand portion of the page. Next, select the subject you're wanting to research such as "General". A new page will open with a list of databases relevant to that topic. 

Limit your search to Full Text results. When searching within a specific database, you can opt for full text results before searching.

ProQuest search field with including Full text checkbox (screencapture)

These ensure that you'll only find articles available in full text (not just abstracts or citations).

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