About this Page
This page contains suggestions help with paper writing and formatting, including style manuals available at the Research Desk and helpful websites.
Research Appointments with Librarians
You can schedule a 30-minute appointment with a librarian online or in-person at the library if you would like assistance with research or citing sources in your paper.
Help at Northwestern
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Writing CenterThe Writing Center offers one-on-one sessions for help with paper content, structure, and editing. Tutors are here to help students at any stage in the writing process, from brainstorming for ideas, to organizing, to fine-tuning.
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Citing Sources GuideThis guide assists with citation and referencing in various formats used at Northwestern.
Help on the Web - APA
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APA StyleGuideThe official digital guide to APA style
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APA StyleResources to help you understand and apply APA Style correctly from the official website of APA Style.
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Academic Writer Tutorial: Basics of Seventh Edition APA StyleAPA’s official tutorial on the basics of the current Publication Manual edition.
Online Citation Managers
Use the following free, web-based citation managers to help you manage and properly cite the sources you use in your writing projects.