Homeland Security Digital Library

We have recently acquired institution-wide access to the Homeland Security Digital Library. This new full-text database from the Department of Homeland Security allows quick access to policy and strategy documents related to the operations of the DHS. This includes counter-terror programs, emergency management plans, avian influenza action plans, and current strategic military documents. This is an excellent primary resource for conference work throughout the College that engages critical contemporary political questions related to the War on Terror, the war in Iraq, responses to Hurricane Katrina and other environmental issues, U.S. immigration control tactics, and a variety of public health concerns. You can access this database from our Databases A-Z page.

We were concerned that providing access to this database would result in tracking of our students use of the data. The HSDL does collect browsing data in aggregate, but does not collate that browsing to individual users. In other words, you-as-individual will not be tracked as you use the database. Please contact the reference department if you have any concerns about your privacy while navigating our online resources, or if you would like help using this new database. You can call us at x2225, or fill out a research consultation request form.