RasGuides: CBE Student Guide: Research & APA

Research & APA Help

Rasmussen Library Homepage
Find general and subject-specific databases, research support, APA help, and more.
Meet with a Librarian
Attend a 20 minute online meeting with a Rasmussen University Librarian for help with: using the Online Library, choosing and navigating databases, evaluating sources, and formatting a paper.
Library Chat
The Rasmussen University librarians staff a live chat service to assist students with questions about locating resources, APA, research assignments, and more. The service is offered Monday - Thursday 12:00 pm - 8:00 pm (CT) and Sunday 4:00 pm - 8:00 pm (CT). Library Chat is available in the Resources link in any of your courses or by clicking the link above.

The alphabetical list below provides access to databases by title. Not sure which database to use? Find database descriptions or search for databases by subject in the A-Z database list.

Use the guides below to find information and research support specific to your field of study.

General Education Guide
This Guide has support related to English, Math, and Science as well as some general content around studying and researching. This Guide also has job search and interview info!
School of Business Guide
Library and Learning Services information hub for all things business.
School of Design Guide
Library and Learning Services information hub for all things School of Design.
School of Education Guide
Library and Learning Services information hub for all things School of Education.
School of Health Sciences Guide
Library and Learning Services information hub for all things School of Health Sciences.
School of Nursing Guide
The library and learning services guide for all things undergraduate nursing.
School of Technology Guide
Library and Learning Services information hub for all things School of Technology.

APA Guide
APA information including an APA paper template, examples, videos, and handouts covering APA formatting, references, in-text citations, and annotated bibliographies.
NoodleTools
Online citation management software that assists with the creation of in-text citations, reference pages, and annotated bibliographies.
APA Academic Writer
View videos and tutorials, test your APA knowledge with quizzes, and view sample papers, references, tables, and figures. You can also find support to develop research ideas, plan and track your research, and manage your references.
Library Chat
The Rasmussen University librarians staff a live chat service to assist students with questions about locating resources, APA, research assignments, and more. The service is offered Monday - Thursday 12:00 pm - 8:00 pm (CT) and Sunday 4:00 pm - 8:00 pm (CT). Library Chat is available in the Resources link in any of your courses or by clicking the link above.
APA Tutoring
Rasmussen University requires students to adhere to the guidelines in the Publication Manual of the American Psychological Association, 7th edition. Schedule an appointment with a tutor for help improving your use of APA.
Writing Lab
Get feedback from a Brainfuse writing professional in 24-48 hours. Include notes for your reviewer to narrow the focus on the aspects of your written work that you are looking to improve.