Because publishers own the information that they publish in magazines & newspapers, searching for articles can be confusing and frustrating.

• Some magazines will be indexed by one database provider, but not another.
• Some articles will be full-text online, while some only give you the citation, and you have to find the actual magazine to read the article.
• Sometimes publishers place an 'embargo' on the newest issues of their magazines, so you have to wait to read them online.
• Some articles are open-access on the web (we love those!)

Persistence and a sound strategy help! We hope the information provided below will help you in your search, and you can always contact us for help at library@ccad.edu.

Even if you are 1000 miles away, all of Packard Library's online resources are accessible to you.

All databases, eBooks, Subject Guides, and other online resources can be accessed from the library's main page or through our Subject Guides.

You will need your CCAD ID to sign in from off-campus.

Here are some popular databases for finding articles. For a complete list, go to our A-to-Z page.