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Access Office Recommendations
by Sandy Morris - Last Updated Nov 28, 2012
The Access Office at the St. Louis Community College at Florissant Valley recommends the following books and DVDs. Click on the title to link to the library catalog, which gives additional information about the book or DVD.
Achieving the Dream Bibliographies
by Neil E. Das, Becky Helbling, Jeff Papier, Cathy Reilly, Damaris Schmitt, Kirsten Young-Abotsi - Last Updated Sep 29, 2011
a librarian-compiled collection of readings for Achieving the Dream.
ACM Digital Library User's Guide
by Janice Hovis - Last Updated Jan 14, 2013
How to use the ACM Digital Library, a database with full-text access to all articles published by the Association for Computing Machinery.
African American Studies
by Patricia Forester - Last Updated Mar 18, 2013
This guide will help you find reliable information in African American Studies.
American Indian Studies
by Becky Helbling - Last Updated Mar 14, 2013
This guide will help you find reliable information on American Indian studies.
Anatomy Models
by Instructional Resources Highland Park - Last Updated Nov 7, 2012
A guide to using the body parts found at STLCC Libraries (Photos by Neil Das).
Ancient History
by Jeff Papier - Last Updated Mar 14, 2013
Arabic
by Janice Hovis - Last Updated Sep 28, 2012
A few STLCC library resources on Arabic language & culture
Archaeology
by Jeff Papier - Last Updated Apr 29, 2013
This guide will help you find reliable information on archaeology, in both print and online sources.
Architecture
by Damaris Schmitt - Last Updated Dec 8, 2011
Archived One Book Resources
by One Book One College - Last Updated Mar 14, 2013
Resources pertaining to previous One Book selections.
Art
by Sharon Fox, Damaris Schmitt - Last Updated Dec 12, 2012
This guide will help you find reliable information on art.
Astronomy
by Jeff Papier - Last Updated Apr 16, 2013
This guide will help you find reliable information on astronomy and related topics, in both print and electronic form.
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Banned Books
by Damaris Schmitt - Last Updated Aug 22, 2011
Censorship is the control of what people may read, write, see, say or do. The activity of banning books has a long and controversial history.
Biology
by Neil E. Das, Janice Hovis - Last Updated Apr 18, 2013
Black Studies
by Kirsten Young-Abotsi - Last Updated Apr 3, 2013
Resources for a global and interdisciplinary approach to the history, culture, literature, and languages of Africa and the diaspora.
Borrowing From Other Libraries FAQs
by Instructional Resources Highland Park - Last Updated Nov 13, 2012
How to find additional resources using STLCC Libraries' Document Delivery and Interlibrary Loan services
Broadcasting
by Jana Brazeal - Last Updated Jan 11, 2013
This guide will help you find reliable information on broadcasting.
Business Administration
by Patricia Forester - Last Updated Mar 18, 2013
This guide will help you find reliable information on business administration.
Business and Technical Communication
by Steven Holland - Last Updated Dec 8, 2011
Resources for business and technical communication.
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Cambodia
by Becky Helbling - Last Updated Jan 7, 2013
This guide is designed to help you find information about Cambodia. It also supports the spring 2012 Book Circle for the group reading Cambodia's Curse
Career and Employment Resources
by Neil E. Das - Last Updated Nov 14, 2012
This guide will provide you with both print and online resources about careers and how to find jobs in different career fields.
Chemistry
by Sharon Fox, Janice Hovis - Last Updated Feb 25, 2013
This guide will help you find reliable information on chemistry.
Children's Literature
by Cathy Reilly - Last Updated Mar 18, 2013
This guide will help you find reliable information on children's literature, in both print and online sources.
Choosing and Paying for College
by Kathleen Buescher Milligan, Sharon Fox, Damaris Schmitt - Last Updated Nov 29, 2012
This guide will help you find reliable information on colleges, universities, financial aid and scholarships.
Citation Help
by Instructional Resources Highland Park - Last Updated Nov 29, 2012
This guide will point you to resources to help you with citing sources.
Citing Sources
by Jana Brazeal - Last Updated Apr 29, 2013
This guide covers citation formats, online citation generators, citation software, and recommended websites dealing with citation.
Classical Mythology - Greek
by Nick O Neal - Last Updated Dec 8, 2011
This library guide will help you find reliable information on Greek Classical Mythology.
COM 107 - Korte - Fall 2012
by Damaris Schmitt, Katy Smith - Last Updated Jan 7, 2013
Company Research
by Karen Sprong - Last Updated Dec 13, 2011
This Library Guide will help you research company information from current news to financial statistics.
Computer and Information Science
by Katy Smith - Last Updated Dec 8, 2011
This guide will help you find reliable information on computer and information science, in both print and online sources.
Controversial Topics
by Janice Hovis - Last Updated Nov 28, 2012
A library research guide on the best sources of information for controversial topics and different points of view.
Criminal Justice
by Damaris Schmitt - Last Updated Mar 14, 2013
This guide will help you find reliable information on criminal justice.
Culinary Arts
by STLCC Reference - Last Updated Nov 28, 2012
This guide will help you find reliable information on culinary arts, in both print and online sources.
Culture of Competition
by Bobbie Ohmer, Damaris Schmitt - Last Updated Mar 14, 2013
Phi Theta Kappa Honors Study Topic for 2012/2013
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Database Guide -- ABI/INFORM
by Sharon Fox, Becky Helbling - Last Updated Jul 18, 2012
A guide created by Proquest, maker of the ABI/INFORM database
Deaf Communication
by Sharon Fox, Cathy Reilly - Last Updated Mar 14, 2013
The purpose of this research guide is to provide information and resources related to Deaf Communications, American Sign Language (ASL), Interpreting and Deaf Culture.
Deep Web
by Jeff Papier - Last Updated Nov 28, 2012
The Deep Web Library Guide discusses why the Deep Web exists and what it contains. The Guide also provides tools for searching the Deep Web, along with resources for further information.
Dental Hygiene and Assisting
by Neil E. Das - Last Updated Apr 26, 2013
Diagnostic Medical Sonography
by STLCC Reference - Last Updated Mar 14, 2013
Dietetics and Nutrition
by Sharon Fox - Last Updated Dec 8, 2011
This guide will help you find reliable information on dietetics and nutrition.
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Early Care and Education
by Jeff Papier - Last Updated Apr 29, 2013
This guide will help you find reliable information on child development, child care, early childhood education, and related topics.
Economics
by Sharon Fox - Last Updated Apr 2, 2013
This guide will help you find reliable information on economics, in both print and electronic form.
EDU 218 - Weiss - Spring 2013
by Jana Brazeal, Katy Smith - Last Updated Feb 14, 2013
This guide was created to assist with the EDU 218 Research project.
Election 2012
by Janice Hovis, Kirsten Young-Abotsi - Last Updated Nov 28, 2012
ENG 060 - Dempsey - Spring 2013
by Katy Smith - Last Updated Feb 13, 2013
ENG 060 - Greuninger - Fall 2012
by Katy Smith - Last Updated Jan 7, 2013
ENG 060 - Wilkinson - Fall 2012
by Katy Smith - Last Updated Jan 7, 2013
This LibGuide will help you with your Diabesity Paper--and with finding good resources for all your information needs!
ENG 060 Research Project Fall 2010
by Becky Helbling - Last Updated Jan 7, 2013
Health and Healthcare in the United States
ENG 101 - Ansari
by Janice Hovis, Damaris Schmitt - Last Updated Mar 26, 2013
Resources for the Research Paper assignment.
ENG 101 - LaBrier - Fall 2012
by Katy Smith - Last Updated Jan 7, 2013
ENG 101 – Blackwell-Hardin – Spring 2013 – Birth Week Assignment
by Jeff Papier, Cathy Reilly - Last Updated Feb 5, 2013
This guide will introduce you to a variety of resources for researching events and news stories from the week you were born.
ENG 102 - Burke - Spring 2013 - Health
by Janice Hovis - Last Updated Feb 4, 2013
Library and web resources for health-related research topics.
ENG 102 - Burns - Spring 2013
by Katy Smith - Last Updated Feb 28, 2013
ENG 102 - Peraud - Libya
by Janice Hovis, Damaris Schmitt - Last Updated Jan 7, 2013
ENG 102 - Popper - Fall 2012 - Researching Political Platforms
by Sharon Fox, Jeff Papier, Cathy Reilly - Last Updated Dec 7, 2012
This course guide provides resources to research topics that will help you identify and analyze differences between Democrats and Republicans for the purpose of writing an argumentative research paper.
ENG 102 - Vehige - Spring 2013
by Janice Hovis, Katy Smith - Last Updated Feb 4, 2013
ENG 102 - Wachal - Fall 2012 - Op/Ed Critique
by Jeff Papier - Last Updated Apr 29, 2013
The library resources in this guide will help you find editorial pieces for your critique assignment.
ENG 102 - Wavering - Spring 2013
by Katy Smith - Last Updated Jan 7, 2013
English as a Second Language (ESL) / Foreign Language (EFL)
by Jeff Papier, Katy Smith - Last Updated Apr 29, 2013
The English as a Second Language/Foreign Language Library Guide is a gateway to ESL and EFL resources of use to students and teachers alike.
English Language & Literature
by Neil E. Das, Katy Smith - Last Updated Dec 8, 2011
Environment and Sustainability
by Jeff Papier - Last Updated Feb 26, 2013
This guide will help you find reliable information on the environment and sustainability, in both print and online sources.
European History
by Jana Brazeal - Last Updated Feb 8, 2013
This guide will help you find reliable information on European history.
Evaluate Your Sources
by Janice Hovis - Last Updated Nov 28, 2012
Use A CRAB: Authority, Currency, Relevance, Accuracy, Bias.
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Falling Man by Don Delillo
by Damaris Schmitt - Last Updated Dec 9, 2011
One Book One College selection for 2011-2012
Film Studies
by Jana Brazeal - Last Updated May 3, 2013
This guide will help you find reliable information on film studies.
Films on Demand User's Guide
by Kirsten Young-Abotsi - Last Updated Nov 5, 2012
How to use Films on Demand, a database of educational digital videos.
Financial Literacy
by Sharon Fox - Last Updated Apr 24, 2012
Financial Literacy is "the ability to use knowledge and skills to manage financial resources effectively for a lifetime of financial well-being." This guide will help you find authoritative resources to build financial literacy knowledge and skills.
Find a Good Book
by Jana Brazeal - Last Updated Mar 8, 2013
Need help finding a good book to read? Use some of the sites below to help find a book that suits your taste and reading style.
Foreign Languages
by Molly Dubberke, Damaris Schmitt - Last Updated Nov 20, 2012
This guide will help you find reliable information on foreign languages
Free Online Courses and Lectures
by Janice Hovis - Last Updated Apr 29, 2013
Full-Text Digital Collections
by Damaris Schmitt - Last Updated Mar 18, 2013
Freely accessible books online
Funeral Services Education
by STLCC Reference - Last Updated May 16, 2012
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Gender Studies
by Becky Helbling, Jeff Papier - Last Updated Apr 29, 2013
Genealogy and Family History
by Martha Henderson - Last Updated Dec 13, 2012
Learn how to trace your family history.
Genocide
by Becky Helbling - Last Updated Jan 9, 2013
Geology
by Molly Dubberke, Janice Hovis - Last Updated Apr 18, 2013
This guide will help you find reliable information on geology.
Global Studies Guide
by Neil E. Das, Becky Helbling - Last Updated Feb 5, 2013
A library guide designed to help students and faculty find information in the field of Global Studies. Also supports the 2010-2011 Global Studies Learning Circle focused on globalizing curricula with an emphasis on Middle East or Near East studies
Graphic Novels and Nonfiction
by Jeff Papier - Last Updated May 6, 2013
This guide contains a selection of graphic novels and non-fiction titles held by the St. Louis Community College Libraries.
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Haiti
by Cathy Reilly - Last Updated Dec 9, 2011
General information on Haiti, including the 2010 earthquake, cholera, and the elections.
Health and Medicine
by Janice Hovis - Last Updated Oct 9, 2012
This guide will help you find reliable information on health.
Higdon Music Theory III
by Cathy Reilly - Last Updated Nov 15, 2012
High Interest/Low Vocabulary
by Martha Henderson - Last Updated Apr 23, 2013
Fiction and non-fiction books for young adults.
Horticulture
by Damaris Schmitt - Last Updated Apr 24, 2012
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IDS 101 - Freeman - Spring 2013 - Modern Technology
by Jeff Papier - Last Updated Jan 28, 2013
This guide will help you find articles from reliable resources on cutting-edge technologies.
IDS 101 - Hvatum - Spring 2013 - Computer Games
by Becky Helbling, Janice Hovis - Last Updated Apr 8, 2013
Library Guide for Margaret Hvatum's IDS class: Computer Games and the Lessons They Teach
IDS 101 - Mueller - Summer 2013 - The Science, History and Value of Happiness
by Sharon Fox, Jeff Papier - Last Updated May 16, 2013
This guide is designed to help you find information about the science, history and value of happiness. It supports Jenna Mueller's IDS 101 course.
IDS 101 Cornerstone - Sperruzza - Spring 2013 - Immigration
by Becky Helbling, Janice Hovis, Damaris Schmitt - Last Updated Jan 29, 2013
This guide is for Denise Speruzza's Cornerstone classes. These library resources were mentioned in the class session in the library.
IDS 201 Capstone - Gardetto - Fall 2012
by Becky Helbling, Janice Hovis - Last Updated Jan 31, 2013
This guide is designed to help students in Professor Gardetto's Capstone classes find, cite and annotate scholarly research articles.
Interactive Web Tours
by Katy Smith - Last Updated Feb 19, 2013
Interior Design
by Damaris Schmitt - Last Updated Dec 9, 2011
Islam
by Jana Brazeal - Last Updated Apr 24, 2012
This guide will help you find reliable information on Islam, in both print and online sources.
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Journalism
by Jana Brazeal - Last Updated Apr 12, 2013
This guide will help you find reliable information on journalism.
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Knit & Crochet
by Janice Hovis - Last Updated Nov 9, 2012
Websites, books, and other resources for knitting, crochet, and other yarn arts.
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Learning Express Library
by Instructional Resources Highland Park - Last Updated Jul 5, 2012
This guide explains the basics of the Learning Express Library, from how to register to frequently asked questions.
Legal Research
by Damaris Schmitt - Last Updated Mar 14, 2013
Lewis and Clark
by Damaris Schmitt - Last Updated Mar 14, 2013
Materials and weblinks pertaining to the 1804 Lewis and Expedition and the 2004 re-enactment
LGBTQI Resources
by Janice Hovis, Jeff Papier - Last Updated May 6, 2013
Resources to support LGBTQI students, those who are questioning, as well as LGBTQI allies. LGBTQI stands for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer and Intersex.
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Maps & Geography
by Jeff Papier, Kirsten Young-Abotsi - Last Updated Apr 29, 2013
This guide will help you find reliable maps and information on geography, in both print and electronic form.
Master Naturalist Certificate
by Becky Helbling - Last Updated Jan 15, 2013
This guide will help you find reliable information on the Master Naturalist Certificate program.
Mathematics Resources
by Neil E. Das, Sharon Fox, Katy Smith - Last Updated Dec 9, 2011
Microbiology
by Neil E. Das - Last Updated Dec 9, 2011
This guide provides resources to help in creating reports detailing the identification and description of microorganisms.
Muslim Journeys: Islamic Art
by Neil E. Das - Last Updated May 7, 2013
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North Africa & Middle East Unrest
by STLCC Reference - Last Updated Nov 28, 2012
Nursing
by Janice Hovis, Jeff Papier - Last Updated Mar 14, 2013
Library and web resources for Nursing students.
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Occupational Therapy
by Becky Helbling - Last Updated Dec 9, 2011
This guide will help you find reliable information on occupational therapy.
One Book One College
by One Book One College - Last Updated Jun 26, 2012
One Book One College encourages students, faculty and staff to read the same book and participate in discussions and events related to the work.
Other Libraries
by Janice Hovis - Last Updated Mar 14, 2013
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Pakistan Flooding
by Neil E. Das - Last Updated Mar 18, 2013
This guide is designed to provide resources about how to help people suffering from flooding in Pakistan.
PE 161 - Martin - Stress Management
by STLCC Reference - Last Updated Jan 7, 2013
This guide will help you find accurate and reliable information about the history and culture of India in print and online resources.
Peace and Conflict Resolution Studies
by Becky Helbling - Last Updated Jan 17, 2013
This guide will help find library resources related to peace studies and conflict resolution.
Persepolis
by Damaris Schmitt - Last Updated Dec 9, 2011
A handy guide to studying Marjane Satrapi's graphic novel about growing up during the islamic Revolution. Persepolis is the 2010-2011 One Book for STLCC.
Photography
by Cathy Reilly - Last Updated Mar 14, 2013
This guide will help you find reliable information on photography.
Physical Educaton
by STLCC Reference - Last Updated May 16, 2012
Physical Therapy
by Becky Helbling - Last Updated Dec 9, 2011
This guide will help you find reliable information on physical therapy.
Poetry
by Sharon Fox - Last Updated Mar 14, 2013
This guide will help you find reliable information on poetry, in both print and electronic form.
Political Science
by Katy Smith - Last Updated Mar 14, 2013
Poverty
by Becky Helbling - Last Updated Jan 7, 2013
Protecting Your Privacy on the Web
by STLCC Reference - Last Updated Dec 9, 2011
Psychology
by Becky Helbling - Last Updated Oct 1, 2012
This guide will help you find reliable, accurate information in the field of psychology.
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Radiologic Technology
by STLCC Reference - Last Updated Mar 14, 2013
RDG 030 - Meyer - Spring 2013
by Jeff Papier - Last Updated Apr 3, 2013
This guide will help you with your final project. Specifically, it will help you choose a social issue of concern to you, and to find articles on that issue.
Reading
by Cathy Reilly - Last Updated Dec 9, 2011
Real Estate
by Damaris Schmitt - Last Updated Dec 9, 2011
A guide to finding information about all aspects of real estate
Recommended Websites: Accounting
by Becky Helbling - Last Updated Jan 19, 2012
This guide will help you find reliable information in the field of accounting.
Recommended Websites: Biotechnology
by Sharon Fox - Last Updated Dec 11, 2011
This guide will help you find reliable information on biotechnology.
Recommended Websites: Engineering & Technology
by Sharon Fox - Last Updated Mar 14, 2013
This guide will help you find reliable information on engineering and technology.
Recommended Websites: Graphic Communications
by Sharon Fox - Last Updated Dec 11, 2011
This guide will help you find reliable information on graphic communications.
Recommended Websites: Human Services
by STLCC Reference - Last Updated Dec 11, 2011
This guide will help you find reliable information on human services.
Recommended Websites: Information Reporting Technology
by STLCC Reference - Last Updated Mar 14, 2013
This guide will help you find reliable information on information reporting technology.
Recommended Websites: Music
by Becky Helbling - Last Updated Dec 11, 2011
This guide will help you find reliable information in the field of music.
Recommended Websites: Philosophy
by Sharon Fox - Last Updated Dec 11, 2011
This guide will help you find reliable information on philosophy.
Recommended Websites: Physics
by STLCC Reference - Last Updated Dec 11, 2011
This guide will help you find reliable information on physics.
Reference Sources Online
by STLCC Reference - Last Updated Apr 18, 2013
This guide will help you find quick facts and figures on the world wide web.
Religion
by Jana Brazeal - Last Updated Dec 7, 2012
Resources in religion
Researching Concepts
by Becky Helbling - Last Updated Oct 22, 2010
Researching Words
by Becky Helbling, Janice Hovis - Last Updated Dec 7, 2011
A Library Guide for Professor Fulbright's Classes, Fall 2010
Respiratory Therapy
by STLCC Reference - Last Updated Mar 14, 2013
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Scholarship of Teaching and Learning
by Becky Helbling - Last Updated Sep 30, 2011
This guide will help you find reliable information on the scholarship of teaching and learning.
Search the Web
by Janice Hovis, Damaris Schmitt - Last Updated May 3, 2013
Google and more! Learn about search engines, metasearch engines, internet directories, and expert web searching.
Smart Start Student Success Instructor Resources
by Becky Helbling - Last Updated Sep 13, 2012
Choose a week from the tabs below to find more resources.
SOC 101 - Martino-Taylor - Fall 2010 - Project Censored
by Becky Helbling - Last Updated Dec 11, 2012
A Library Guide for Lisa Martino-Taylor's Sociology 101 classes, Fall 2010
SOC 203 - Epperson - Criminology and Deviance
by Becky Helbling - Last Updated Jan 30, 2013
A library guide to support research in Professor Epperson's course.
Sociology
by Becky Helbling - Last Updated Dec 11, 2011
South County Education and University Center (SCEUC) and Library Resources
by Jana Brazeal, Katy Smith - Last Updated Mar 8, 2013
The librarians may only be at SCEUC on Wednesdays and Thursdays, but you have access to the online STLCC Library resources 24/7!
Speech Communication
by Jana Brazeal - Last Updated Dec 11, 2011
This guide will help you find reliable information on Speech Communication.
St. Louis & Missouri
by Sharon Fox, Janice Hovis - Last Updated Mar 14, 2013
This guide will help you find reliable information on St. Louis and Missouri.
St. Louis History
by Martha Henderson - Last Updated Apr 15, 2013
Discover the history of St. Louis and surrounding area.
St. Louis News & Media
by Janice Hovis - Last Updated Nov 28, 2012
STR 050 - Spring 2013 - Smart Start
by Neil E. Das, Patricia Forester, Sharon Fox, Joanne Galanis, Becky Helbling, Janice Hovis, Jeff Papier, Cathy Reilly, Damaris Schmitt, Katy Smith - Last Updated Jan 24, 2013
This guide will help you locate reliable information on a wide variety of careers, in both print and online sources.
Surgical Technology
by STLCC Reference - Last Updated Mar 14, 2013
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Teacher Education
by Becky Helbling - Last Updated Apr 13, 2012
This guide will help you find reliable information on teacher education, in both print and online sources.
Textbooks
by Kirsten Young-Abotsi - Last Updated Jan 2, 2013
A guide to textbooks inside and outside the library.
Theatre
by STLCC Reference, Damaris Schmitt - Last Updated Dec 11, 2011
This guide will help you find reliable information on theatre.
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U.S. History - Civil War
by Cathy Reilly - Last Updated Mar 18, 2013
This guide will help you find reliable information on the U.S. Civil War, in both print and online sources.
U.S. History - General
by Cathy Reilly - Last Updated Nov 8, 2012
This guide will help you find reliable information on U.S. History.
U.S. History - World War I
by Cathy Reilly - Last Updated May 16, 2013
This guide will help you find reliable information on World War I.
U.S. History: Colonial and Revolutionary War Eras
by Jana Brazeal - Last Updated Oct 1, 2012
This guide will help you find reliable information on the colonial and revolutionary war era in U.S. History.
Urban Fiction
by Jeff Papier - Last Updated Nov 29, 2012
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Veterans History Project
by Kirsten Young-Abotsi - Last Updated Mar 4, 2013
Meramec's contribution to the Veterans History Project of the American Folklife Center of the Library of Congress.
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Waiting for Superman - A Resource Guide
by Neil E. Das - Last Updated Feb 13, 2012
World History
by Katy Smith - Last Updated Dec 11, 2011
This guide will help you find reliable information on history, in both print and online sources.
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1904 World's Fair
by Damaris Schmitt - Last Updated Mar 14, 2013
9/11
by Damaris Schmitt - Last Updated Sep 5, 2012
Support materials for the tenth anniversary of the 9/11 terrorist attacks

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