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Political Science: Home

Getting started with the POL05 class? This guide provides the best resources to get you information about your topic.

Welcome to the Poli Sci Guide

Welcome to the Political Science guide!

Since so much of your information is now digitized by the Federal Government, this guide is packed with web links vital for your research. Click the above tabs above to find helpful books, articles, website, and resources for writing your papers as well.

For Dr. Sung's 105 class

The Logic of American Politics

Textbook companion website for Dr. Sung.

NPR Politics Reporting

 

Politics

Think Tank Resources

Think Tanks by Political Leaning

Opinions expressed by these groups do not reflect the beliefs or opinions of the Mabee-Simpson Library or Lyon College.

How to use Think Tank Research

Here's a helpful video on using think tank research from Georgetown University.

 

You can also take advantage of the following tip sheet from The Journalist's Resource:

Think Tank Directories

We can't possibly list all of the think tanks that might be of use to you, so here are some resources to help you find more information!

Hours and Support

Semester Hours

Sunday:  4PM to Midnight
Monday - Thursday:  7:30 a.m. to Midnight
Friday:  7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Saturday:  Closed

 

Ask The Librarian

 

Off-Campus Access

How Do I Login?

When off-campus, if you are a Lyon College student, faculty, or staff member, you can use your Lyon user ID (first.last@lyon.edu) and your password to login when an authentication screen pops up during your use of a library database or other online service. You only have to do this once a session.

Community members who have purchased a card can use the databases in the library building but not remotely.

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If you have problems accessing the databases please call Lyon support at: 870-307-7555 or contact support@lyon.edu.