QUICK LIBRARY ORIENTATION
Three Library Locations:
Library at Waterfront 6 302
Learning Commons at ATM
Atherton Library at Hawaii Loa
LIBRARY HOURS
Access our collection & services at https://www.hpu.edu/libraries/
HPU DISCOVERY
HPU Discovery: Main search tool to find books, articles, videos
Note: HPU Discovery does not search nursing databases
Databases: List of all subscribed and open access databases supported by HPU. Look for Nursing and Health Science Database.
DATABASES
Each database contains various resources; select the database that meets your research needs the most, and search in more than two databases.
SEARCH COMMANDS FOR DATABASES
SERVICES THAT WILL HELP YOU ON YOUR RESEARCH
Interlibrary Loan: If HPU Libraries does not have an article or book you need, use this service to request it from other libraries that are part of our collaborative.
SERVICES THAT WILL HELP YOU ON YOUR RESEARCH
Research Consultations: One on one session with a research specialist to help you with your research projects. Consultations are available in person and online.
Chat with a librarian: 24/7 chat for any research or information need, librarians are available 365. HPU Librarians available during office hours and after-hours coverage from other librarians around the U.S.
SERVICES THAT WILL HELP YOU ON YOUR RESEARCH
- Define your research topic
- Create a list of keywords
- Identify databases to search
- Use different search strategies
- Evaluate sources
- Keep track, take notes, organize
- Use APA style for citations
- Help is always available
TIPS FOR LITERATURE RESEARCH
Remember there is always HELP available...
Elizabeth - etorres@hpu.edu
Schedule a Research Consultation