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SOCL 203: Race & Power (Weiner) Fall 2024: Racial History

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History Reference Books

Suggested reference books about historical topics. These might help you answer some of the history questions in the assignment.  You can find these books in the Main Reading Room of Dinand Library.

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RESEARCH SUPPORT 

  • Librarian for this assignment: Elizabeth Pawlowski (epawlows@holycross.edu)
  • Drop-in Sessions:  
    • Wednesday, Sept 18, 9am -12pm (in-person) @ Scalia Classroom, Dinand Library 2nd floor
    • Sunday, Sept 22, 4pm - 7pm (virtual)  Zoom Link
    • Wednesday, Oct 2, 9am -12pm (in-person) @ Dinand Library 2nd floor, Office 208
    • Sunday, Oct 6, 4pm - 7pm (virtual) Zoom Link
    • Wednesday, Oct 30, 9am -12pm (in-person) @ Dinand Library 2nd floor, Office 208
    • Sunday, Nov 3, 4pm - 7pm (virtual) Zoom Link
    • Wednesday, Nov 13, 9am -12pm (in-person) @ Dinand Library 2nd floor, Office 208
    • Sunday, Nov 17, 4pm - 7pm (virtual) Zoom Link
  • Chat Service:  Chat 24/7 with librarians from Holy Cross and other Jesuit schools via via AJCU Virtual Reference
  • Email: Contact any of our librarians or, for fastest response, contact libref@holycross.edu
  • Research Appointments: Schedule a Personal Research Session (with a librarian) for a one-on-one meeting tailored to your specific needs. We can help with any part of your research process, from developing a topic all the way to the bibliography.
  • Reference Desk: Visit the desk in the Main Reading Room for drop-in help from librarians and student assistants.
  • Online Resources: Visit our online research guidestutorials and FAQ

Current Newspapers



Don't forget about your local public library or historical society. They will have local history information and archives, often online. For example: Westfield (MA) Athenaeum has an easy to find section on their site strictly for local history resources. In addition to what's offered online, you can always call or visit the librarians, and they will be more than happy to help!

https://www.westath.org/local-history/

Historical Newspapers

Recommended Reading