American Identities : Welcome!

Welcome to your Library Course Guide!

Welcome to your Portland State University Library (PSU) course guide for the sophomore inquiry cluster, American Identities! 

In this course guide, you will find useful information about Library resources and services to support your college success! Take time to browse these web pages. There are videos and screenshots that describe key approaches to research for your papers and presentations.

If you have any questions, Ask a Librarian!

Library Services

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The Library is open for PSU students, faculty, and staff to access the stacks, study spaces, computer labs, and Learning Center appointments. Your PSU ID card is required to enter the building.

The Circulation Desk is open for checking out course reserveslaptops, and other equipment, as well as library materials.

Get help right away via Ask a Librarian.

PSU Library Website Tour Video

Watch this video to take a 2-minute tour of the PSU Library website!

Brainstorming Keywords for Your Topic Video

This quick video explains how to turn your topic into keywords while searching for library resources and sources on the Web.

Need Help? Ask a Librarian

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  • Contact a librarian 24/7 using our chat services.
  • Email questions will receive a response in one business day.
  • You can get help in person at the research help desk, 1st floor of the Library these days and times

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