Librarian
Alison Wessel
she/her
Contact:
Social Sciences Librarian
Research and Engagement Department
Request a consult: https://calendly.com/alisonwessel/60min
Research and Engagement Department
Request a consult: https://calendly.com/alisonwessel/60min
(302) 831-1730
From Off Campus
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Related Guides
APA (American Psychological Association)
Publication Manual of the American Psychological Association, 7th ed. (2019)APA style is used in psychology and many other disciplines.
- Student Paper ChecklistWriting a paper in APA Format? Use this checklist to quickly reference the writing and formatting guidelines.
When to Cite
Provide a citation whenever you paraphrase or quote the ideas of others. You do not need to cite a source when you are stating your own opinions and ideas or reporting common knowledge, such as the boiling point of water or the capitol of the United States.
When in doubt, provide a citation.
Tutorials
- APA Style (American Psychological Association)Search guidelines by topic
- Purdue Online Writing Lab (OWL)Include reference examples, formatting, and sample paper
- EasyBib Guide to APA Format PapersIncludes information on formatting your paper in APA style