Why Cite?
When you incorporate someone else's thoughts or words into your own writing, it's important to cite your source.
Citing:
The following short video gives an introduction to what citation is and why you should do it.
Avoiding Plagiarism
By accurately citing your sources, you also avoid plagiarism.
If you have any doubts or questions about your written work and what constitutes plagiarism and what is acceptable, visit the Library's Avoiding Plagiarism page or talk to your instructor.
APA, MLA and Chicago are among the common citation styles in Asian Studies. Turabian, the student version of the Chicago Manual of Style, is also often used. Be sure to check with your instructor to find out which style they prefer.
Help on Citation Styles
For helpful examples of citation styles, see the library's Citing Your Sources page.
For additional guidance, visit Purdue Online Writing Lab (OWL), Research and Documentation Online, or Ask a Librarian.