Reference Books & Ebooks
Use reference resources to get background information, an overview of a topic, related concepts and topics, and more. Search for reference books in the library catalog by choosing the location, "Reference," when searching, or browse books in reference databases.
- Catalog This link opens in a new window
To find reference materials in the library:
- Search the library catalog. Under View Entire Collection choose Reference Collection.
- Browse call numbers sections in the Reference Collection. For call numbers, click a subject on opens new window Library of Congress Classification Outline: Subclass Q - Science.
To find reference ebooks:
- Search the library catalog and add the word reference to your search. Under View Entire Collection choose Ebooks.
- Search a reference ebook database below. Key in your topic then select an ebook, or search an ebook title listed below.
Credo Reference
- Credo Reference This link opens in a new window
Explore and browse:
opens new window• Mind Map: Health science (In a mind map, click a node to restructure the mind map.)
opens new window• Topic Pages: Exercise
opens new window• Health Science titles
- American Women in Sports byCall Number: EbookISBN: 9781438150048Publication Date: 2016
- Encyclopedia of American Food and Drink byCall Number: EbookPublication Date: 2014
- The Encyclopedia of Nutrition and Good Health byCall Number: EbookPublication Date: 2003
- Key Concepts in Sport and Exercise Sciences byCall Number: EbookPublication Date: 2008
Gale eBooks
- Gale eBooks This link opens in a new windowUse Advanced search then Topic Finder to find new and related topics.
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Sample Title:
- Encyclopedia of Sport and Exercise Psychology byCall Number: EbookISBN: 9781483332215Publication Date: 2014Entries explore the theory, research, and application of psychology as it relates to sport and fitness in a manner that is accessible and jargon-free to help readers better understand human behavior in sport and exercise settings.
Other Resources - Possible Starting Points for Research
- AddictionResource"...provides resources to help patients and their loved ones so that they may stay on the road to recovery, and can successfully overcome addiction for life." Includes Addiction Guides, Substances, Treatment guides, and more.
- Points of View Reference Center This link opens in a new window