Many of the databases the library provides have built-in citation generators. Use these with caution, however, as sometimes the punctuation and capitalization is incorrect. Double-check with the citation style guide, the OWL at Purdue University guide, or this research guide if you have questions about formatting a specific citation.
Example:
Incorrect MLA citation from the EBSCO citation generator: FAGAN, KELLEIGH IRWIN. "The Best Choice Out Of Poor Options: What The Government Should Do (Or Not Do) If Congress Fails To Raise The Debt Ceiling." Indiana Law Review 46.1 (2012): 205-240 Academic Search Complete Web. 30 Apr. 2013.
- Author's name is in all caps
- Missing period after page range
- Journal name should be italicized
Correct citation: Fagan, Kelleigh Irwin. "The Best Choice Out Of Poor Options: What The Government Should Do (Or Not Do) If Congress Fails To Raise The Debt Ceiling." Indiana Law Review 46.1 (2012): 205-240. Academic Search Complete. Web. 30 Apr. 2013.