Research Databases

CultureGrams® is your source for concise, reliable, and up-to-date cultural information on countries of the world. Beyond the facts and figures, find an insider's perspective on the history, daily life, and customs. 

LOTE4Kids is a language learning resource designed to help kids learn new languages through stories. LOTE4Kids offers an engaging collection of audio-enhanced picture books in various reading formats, made by native speakers from around the globe to provide accurate translations, natural fluency, and correct pronunciation.

Also available as an app for Android and Apple devices. Download the app here.

This a database of full-text international, national, and regional newspaper articles. It also contains transcripts from television news stations like CBS News, CNN, and FOX News.

Full-text access to business publications from the United States and Canada, including newspapers, radio and television news transcripts, trade publications, magazines, and newswires dating back to 1990.