Columbus Dispatch – Archives and Today’s Paper
Provides articles appearing in the Columbus Dispatch from 1871 to the present, including obituaries.
Research Department
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Finding reliable answers to your questions is our specialty. Our team of knowledgeable experts is here to assist in your search for accurate, trustworthy information.
Our Research Department also offers a reference collection, computer workstations, newspapers & periodicals, and special services like test proctoring.
Call or email us with your question or for more information on our services: reference@ualibrary.org
Popular Resources
ConsumerReports.org
Contains full access to the Consumer Reports website, with expert, unbiased ratings, reviews, product comparisons, and buying guides for many essential consumer products.
New York Times Digital Edition
Access all digital content of the New York Times. Requires a free NYT account and our access code. Instructions on how to redeem our access code
Chilton Auto Repair Manuals
Contains repair and recall information, technical service bulletins, drawings, photographs, and diagrams of automobiles from most major manufacturers of domestic and imported vehicles in a clear, easy to use format.
UAPL's Niche Academy
Master Digital Resources
Learn how to use many of our digital resources in short courses and introductions on Niche Academy.
In Focus
Are you dreaming of a summer getaway? Explore resources curated by the Research department of the Upper Arlington Public Library to help plan your trip! Discover culinary delights with AtoZWorldFood, learn cultural facts with CultureGrams, and pick up a new language with Mango Languages. Your adventure starts here!
As the 2025 tax season approaches, it's important to stay prepared! Our library offers valuable resources, including IRS forms, e-filing options, and local tax assistance. Need specific forms? We provide printing services and links to essential tax information. Don't miss deadlines—mark April 15, 2025! Explore our guide for a smooth tax filing experience this year.
Get the real truth about what you read online with these librarian-recommended resources.
Search Starters / Guides
Our team has put together some helpful guides on popular topics to help you get started with your research. You can find links to both online and physical resources in easy-to-read lists. We make sure to keep these pages updated with the most current information.
Visit the Subject Guide Collection for more guides and starters.
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Don’t hesitate to reach out to a librarian for help with your research! Our knowledgeable staff is here to assist you in finding the resources you need. Talk to a librarian now.
Special Collections
UA Archives
UA Archives is the Upper Arlington Public Library’s digital library initiative. Through the UA Archives, we partner with local organizations and individuals to digitally preserve our community’s historical resources and make them available online.
HealthyUA
Whether you live, work or attend school in Upper Arlington, you are an important part of this community. Healthy UA hopes to inspire each of us to live healthy and be well.
HealthyUA is an initiative of the Leadership UA Class of 2014 and is maintained by the Upper Arlington Public Library
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