Research
Resources for finding articles and other research information through the Allan Hancock College library.
Visit our database page to find the best journals and articles for your research, including many scholarly, peer-reviewed resources.
Search our library catalog, OneSearch, to locate articles, books, videos, and more. Discover print books available to borrow here.
Select from a list of curated Library Guides (LibGuides) created by AHC librarians to help guide your research journey. Find subject and course specific guides here, as well as general research and library-specific assistance.
Looking to learn about the library from the comfort of your own home? Try our online library orientation modules and explore the in's and out's of the library:
AHC Library Orientation - Module 1: An Unexpected Loan
In this module we will introduce the library and basic guidelines
AHC Library Orientation - Module 2: A Morbid Taste for Books
In this module we will introduce the library catalog, OneSearch, library website features
and more!
AHC Library Orientation - Module 3: The Librarian Always Cites Twice
In this final module we will explore library databases and basic research tips
Become a better researcher with the help of AHC Librarians! The library offers a variety of research workshops each semester. Check our events pages for a full listing of the workshops being offered. We look forward to seeing you there!
Missed a workshop? No problem! View a recording of any of the workshops held online:
Navigating the Catalog and Finding Your Textbooks
Searching the Newspaper Databases
Supporting Your Thesis/Idea with Research
Citing Sources & Avoiding Plagiarism
Librarians offer virtual research consultations to support your assignments and that are tailored to meet your specific needs. Schedule a research consultation by filling out this form.
Access the library's digital books and textbooks from anywhere 24/7. For off-campus access to ebooks, you will be asked to enter your myHancock username and password.
A collection of eAudiobooks and eBooks available to Allan Hancock College students, staff, and faculty. Click to visit Overdrive and see what is available.
A collection of credible books from authoritative, scholarly sources. Click to visit Ebook Central and see what is available.
A collection of titles from top publishers and university presses. Click to visit EBSCOhost eBook Collection and see what is available.