When writing a research paper it is extremely important that you properly cite the sources you used to support your topic. If you do not properly cite your sources, this can be viewed as plagiarism. Although it is unintentional, improper citations can at the very least cost you a grade or two and the very worst an accusation of plagiarism.
To help you avoid this, the Library has a Citation Guide to help you create proper citations that will leave your professors AMAZED! Okay, maybe not amazed, but at least satisfied that you followed directions.
One of the best writing and citation guides available for free and online is the Online Writing Lab from Purdue University. For Humanities students check our Chicago Manual Style. And all you scientists and engineers out there, look at sample formats for lab reports and slide presentations.
Remember that many of the databases we subscribe to provide a citation for you, but are not always correct. Make sure to compare the database generated citation with one of the resources provided at the Citation Guide.
If you are still not sure about the accuracy of your citation simply ask one of the reference librarians for assistance.
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