Library Databases
The Alkek Library subscribes to hundreds of databases. The full list is available on the databases page.
Those listed below are just a few that might be helpful starting points for research projects dealing with urban policy issues.
Some Useful Databases for Urban Policy/Problems
- Academic Search Complete This link opens in a new windowMulti-subject database, includes political science/government/law
- CQ Researcher This link opens in a new windowReports with overviews, background and timeline of a topic; an assessment of the current situation; tables and maps; pro/con statements from opposing positions. Topics include health, social trends, criminal justice, international affairs, education, the environment, technology, economy, and global affairs. 1923 to present.
- Dissertations & Theses Global This link opens in a new windowWorld's largest collection of full-text theses and dissertations. 1861 to present.
- PAIS Index & Archive This link opens in a new window
Indexes documents which provide historical perspective on many of the 20th century's public and social policies around the world. 1914 to present.
- Public Administration Abstracts This link opens in a new windowJournal and magazine index of all aspects of public administration, such as politics, economy, organization, methods, and personnel. 1974 to present
- Sociological Abstracts This link opens in a new windowIndexes articles, books, book chapters, dissertations, and conference papers in sociology and related fields. International in scope. 1952-present.
- Omnifile Full Text, Mega Edition (H.W. Wilson) This link opens in a new windowMulti-disciplinary database. Includes political science/government/law
