May is Asian Pacific American Heritage month where both Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders are celebrated for their rich culture and impact on American society. The month was chosen to honor the first Japanese immigrants’ arrival in the U.S. on May 7, 1843 as well as to commemorate the completion of the U.S. transcontinental railroad…
Whether you’re working on an argumentative research paper or a persuasive speech, CSN Libraries have three databases that will provide credible information on both sides of your issue: CQ Researcher provides in-depth reports on current and controversial issues with overviews, background information, pro/con essays and more. Issues and Controversies on File offers objective, detailed information on hotly…
“The right of citizens of the United States to vote shall not be denied or abridged by the United States or by any State on account of sex.” On May 19, 1919, these words were proposed as an amendment to the U.S. Constitution extending the right of suffrage to women (“19th Amendment” 1). Ratified in…
As we continue to celebrate Black History Month at CSN Libraries and across CSN campuses, we’d like to invite you to check out some of our new books related to influential African-Americans. From the prolific literature of both well-known and emerging Black authors, to historical surveys of the Black experience in America and the transformational…
CSN Libraries provide a wealth of streaming videos focused on African American history and culture. Black History Month is a great time to investigate the many aspects of this subject. These streaming video databases provide you with a wide range of documentaries, archival newsreels, interviews, and speeches. Your viewing experience is enhanced by the many…
Whether you’re working on an argumentative research paper or a persuasive speech, CSN Libraries have three databases that will provide credible information on both sides of your issue: CQ Researcher provides in-depth reports on current and controversial issues with overviews, background information, pro/con essays and more. Issues and Controversies on File offers objective, detailed information on hotly…
Love to read your daily Las Vegas Review-Journal newspaper but don’t want to subscribe? You’re in luck because if you are a CSN student, faculty member, or staff member you can read entire issues online for free. The library subscribes to the RJ through our Newsbank database. You can find this database in our A-Z…
If you need help studying anatomy, our CSN Libraries can lend you a hand– and an ear, a leg, an eye and more! We have 3D models of the organs, muscles, bones and various systems of the human body available to use inside the library for a two hour loan period. Different models are available…
What is a biography? A biography or autobiography is an account of the special and important events in a person’s life along with the basic facts such as date of birth, date of death, nationality, profession, or reason for celebrity. An autobiography is written by the individual themself and a biography is written by an…
The personal is political. Do you remember this phrase used by feminists in the women’s movement? Are you using topics important to you personally to do your research papers? Are you investigating the political aspects of the issue and advocating for change? Do you want Nevada law to reflect your position? A helpful source of…