Any time you are using information from other sources (including articles, books, and websites), you must include a citation. A citation acknowledges the author(s) you learned from and gives the reader information about where to find their work.
Three of the most commonly-used systems of citation are APA (American Psychological Association), MLA (Modern Language Association), and Chicago formats. Check your syllabus and the assignment instructions to see if your professor requires a specific format. If not, choose one, and use the same format consistently throughout your paper or project.
If you're not sure how or when to use citations in your writing, make an appointment with a Writing Centre tutor. If you have questions about using RefWorks to manage your citations, or about getting citations from OneSearch and other databases, contact the Religious Studies librarian.
Librarians have collected some useful information for each of these styles:
- APA (American Psychological Association) citation guide
- MLA (Modern Language Association) citation guide
- Chicago (and the related Turabian style) citation guide
If you are using Chicago or Turabian style, you may also want to consult "Citing Sources in History: A Brief Guide for Undergraduates at the University of Prince Edward Island," which reflects the approved style of the UPEI history department.
Created by: Sharon Clark , B.A., M.L.I.S.
Date Created:July 2001
Revised by: Suzanne Jones, B.A., M.L.S.; Katelyn Browne, B.S., M.S.L.S.
Date Revised: 6-Dec.-2023