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A-Z Databases
All of our research databases, by subject and type

Course guides
Resources selected for your course by your librarian

Find it in Frost
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Research guides
Resources for your subject area and librarians who can help

Zotero
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Books, films, music
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Journal articles & newspapers
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Off-campus access
How to access subscription databases from off-campus

Quick reference
Encyclopedias, dictionaries, citation guides, and more

Local & special collections

Amherst College Digital Collections
Images, texts, videos, and more from our local and licensed collections 

Archives & Special Collections
Rare books, manuscripts, College history, and more