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Periodical: A magazine, journal, newspaper, or annual publication which is published at regular intervals and contains several articles

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.

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 the 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.