There are many standard methods—or styles—for composing citations. These citation styles dictate the order of the information in the citation, as well as punctuation and other formatting. Citation style is often related to your field of study, but always verify with your instructor which style to use.
Use MLA style citations for literature, arts, and humanities. Consult library citation guides or ask at the reference desk for the authoritative text:
MLA Handbook. 9th ed., Modern Language Association of America, 2021.
Use APA style citations for psychology, education, and other social sciences. Consult library citation guides or ask at the reference desk for the authoritative text:
American Psychological Association. (2020). Publication manual of the American Psychological Association: the official guide to APA style (7th ed.). https://doi.org/10.1037/0000165-000
Library staff can also assist with other styles like Chicago, Bluebook, and AMA.