Research Paper Writing & Citation Guide 

Welcome to Swem Library's Research Paper Writing & Citation Guide!

Please use this guide to find sources about the mechanics of writing your research paper, including the various styles such as MLA, APA, Chicago, etc.

In addition, please take advantage of these excellent resources:

• Swem Library's Reference Department, with friendly and knowledgeable librarians ready to help you find the answers you need.   Contact the Reference Department  at sweref@wm.edu  or 757-221-3067 for assistance.  More information is at http://www.swem.wm.edu/services/reference.
  
  
• W&M's Writing Resources Center, with a team of helpful research paper and oral presentation consultants.   For more information, visit http://www.wm.edu/as/wrc or call 757-221-3925.