Logging in
Students must be logged in to access electronic resources, e.g. databases and e-books. Whether starting your search here or logging in through the MyCF portal (Academics tab/Library button), you will need to Sign in to the Library Catalog (top-right of page) with your CF credentials = Patriots email and password, and CF ID if asked.
PrepStep
Practice tests
PrepStep is an online learning platform of practice tests and tutorials, and is accessible via the Library's online catalog. Access EMT practice exams, police officer suitability tests, and more.
Search for Articles using the Library Catalog and Databases
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Databases A-Z and by Subject
Locate and search individual databases by clicking Databases A-Z above the search box at the library catalog.
Databases Relevant to the Social Sciences
- Criminal Justice (ProQuest) This link opens in a new window Covers a wide variety of criminal justice topics, including corrections administration, law enforcement, social work, industrial security, drug rehabilitation, and criminal and family law. Full-text and image coverage for about 50 journals.
- DemographicsNow This link opens in a new window DemographicsNow offers up-to-date resources on demographics and market level information. Find a business, access Census data, map a location, generate a demographic report, and more.
- Oxford Reference Online Premium This link opens in a new window Fully-indexed, cross-searchable database of over 100 dictionary, language reference, and subject reference works published by Oxford University Press.
- APA PsycArticles This link opens in a new window Full-text, peer-reviewed scholarly and scientific articles in psychology containing more than 100,000 articles from 59 journals - 48 published by the American Psychological Association (APA) and 11 from allied organizations. Coverage spans 1894 to present.
Sources for Current Topics
- CQ Researcher Plus Archive This link opens in a new window CQ Researcher provides coverage of the issues of the day. Reports are written by experienced journalists, footnoted and professionally fact-checked. Full-length articles include an overview, historical background, chronology, pro/con feature, plus resources for additional research. Shorter "Hot Topics" articles provide a solid introduction to subjects most in demand by students.
- Films on Demand This link opens in a new window Streaming video from large and small production companies covering a wide range of subjects. Videos include public performance rights that allow them to be used in the educational setting. Search by keyword or subject.
- New York Times - Current This link opens in a new window Provides national and international news, opinion and commentary, and includes local and state news, science, sports, arts and entertainment, and business and finance news.
- New York Times - Historical This link opens in a new window Full-text and full-image articles for The New York Times, covering 1851-2007.