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MARA (Master of Archives and Records Administration)

A guide to resources in archives and records administration

Help With the APA Citation Style


The American Psychological Association (APA) created the citation style you will be using for all of your research papers. You can buy the Publication Manual of the American Psychological Association, 7th edition from Amazon.com or check the sites below for advice. 

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No time? The Writing Center also offers handouts and video tutorials with quick writing advice and tips. 


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