Print Abstracts and Indexes

Articles can be located using electronic databases and in print indexes and abstracts. Print abstracts and indexes in the study of Journalism are important because there are many unique resources only available in print. Also for older information you will need to consult print resources.

Journalism Abstracts
Vol. 1 (1963) - Vol. 31 (1993)
For a description, see Journalism and Mass Communication Abstracts below.
Located in Remote Storage

Journalism and Mass Communication Abstracts
Continues Journalism Abstracts
Vol. 32 (1994) - Current
Abstracts of theses and dissertations accepted for graduate studies; abstracts are written by the student authors.
Located in Willis Library, 1st Floor A&Is

Index to Journals in Mass Communication Studies Through 1995
Commonly referred to as "Matlon." Includes the tables of contents for 24 journals in communication studies; includes an author and keyword index.
Located in Remote Storage

Communication Abstracts
Vol. 1 (1978) - Current; Vol. 21 (1998) - Current available online via FirstSearch; 
Provides coverage of recent literature in all areas of communication studies (mass, interpersonal and new communication technologies).
Located in Willis Library, 1st Floor A&Is

Index to Journals in Mass Communication
Vol. 1 (1988 - 1992)
Vol. 2 (1993 - 1995)
Arranged by year and then by subject; each year includes an author index.
Located in Remote Storage