Below is a representative list of resources in the library building's reference area. 
Hover the cursor over the book graphic for more information. Many more are available to you. Check with a librarian for additional resources.
Encyclopedia of the American West by 
The Oxford Encyclopedia of Latinos and Latinas in the United States by 
Credo Reference helps you start your research in American history with timelines, histories of the US as a whole and by state or region, and introductions to key historical events.
Reference sources provide background information, an overview of a topic, specialized vocabulary and terminology, and critical concepts. They're often a great starting point.
