Off-campus (or remote) access to the University Libraries’ electronic resources is provided through the KSU Proxy. KSU Proxy allows Library users to securely connect to databases, electronic journals, ebooks and streaming media services without installing complicated third-party software.
When you attempt to access library content from off campus, you’re prompted to enter your FlashLine username and password after which you’re connected. It’s that easy.
Articles represent the most current information published in a field of study.
Most academic professionals and researchers prefer articles that are "scholarly" in nature.
Characteristics of scholarly journals include the following qualities:
Trade journals are intended for practitioners in the industry. They include scientific and technical articles, but most are not peer-reviewed.
For more information on this topic go to What are "scholarly", "professional", and "popular" articles?, an information sheet authored by KSU University Libraries.