Sociology Research Guide

Welcome to the UMass Lowell Library's Sociology research guide! Here, we've gathered resources to help you find material on topics in Sociology  for your coursework. Use the left menu or the links below to navigate to different pages on this guide:

• Articles and Databases highlights resources where you can search for articles and other publications that focus on Sociology.
• Books showcases encyclopedias, handbooks, and textbooks for a general overview of Sociology research topics.
• Professional Associations collects links to professional organizations and other online resources dedicated to promoting careers in Sociology.
• Citations gathers resources about ASA and APA citations.
• Special Topics holds unique resources for Sociology research on policy and social problems, as well as data resources, and research methods guides.

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