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Mexican American Studies

This guide focuses on resources relating to the study of Mexican American history and culture.

Primary Sources

Primary sources can consist of a variety of materials. Some examples of primary sources include correspondence, photographs, magazines, and many more. Researchers use primary sources to learn more about an individual, object, or event, and these materials often serve as "evidence" to help support their work. 

Primary source material can include any of the following: 

  • Newspapers
  • Photographs
  • Correspondence (personal, professional, and organizational)
  • Magazines
  • Books
  • Audio recordings
  • Video media (various formats)
  • Organization/Institution records
  • Statistical data
  • Government documents & records

Primary Source Databases