DePaul University Libraries
Current & Controversial Topics: Resources

1Annual Reviews
Description: Provides reviews of the primary research literature in 32 different scientific disciplines.
Restrictions: DePaul users only
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2Contemporary World Issues
Description: Need to understand a complex socio-economic or political topic? Trying to come up with an interesting thesis? The titles in this series are shelved for the most part in the Reference Collection at Lincoln Park and will help you to generate ideas and lead you to additional sources.
Restrictions: In library use only
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3CQ Researcher
Description: A weekly publication that covers current and controversial issues with complete summaries, timelines and bibliographies.
Restrictions: DePaul users only
4Facts on File
Description: News and current events; contains the Facts on File World News Digest plus other support information.
Restrictions: DePaul users only
5Keesing's World News Archive
Description: Online archive of Keesing's Record of World Events, a monthly compilation of international news and events. Each issue consists of a comprehensive digest of the previous month's world news, covering political, social and economic events. Full-text available for current six calendar years.
Restrictions: DePaul users only
6Opposing Viewpoints Series
Description: Each title offers a concise explanation of the issues surrounding a controversial topic. Browse or compose a keyword search using "opposing viewpoints" and terms of interest to you, e.g. military. More than likely, you will disover a title that addresses your needs in whole or part.
Restrictions: None
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7Vital Speeches of the Day
Description: Access the full-text of important speeches by national leaders in all areas including politics, business, education, health, economics, labor, and law.
Restrictions: None
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