How to Find School for Social Work Theses

Use the basic Discover Advanced search to find theses.

Enter the following keywords connected by the word "and":

• smith
• social work
• thesis
• [your topic]

See examples below.

You can also search by author or title if known.

• Then Select Limits:
  • Format=Theses
  • Location=SC Neilson Library

Search Tips

• Use the truncation symbol * to find variations on a term (plural, etc.).
• Use connectors - "and" to narrow your search; "or" to expand it.
• Use quotation marks to search for a phrase, e.g. "managed care".
• Use parentheses to combine more than 2 search terms.
• Remember to add smith and social work and thesis to your search string.

Examples

Modifying Your Search

• You can modify your search to limit by year of publication or other criteria.
• For paper theses, note the call number and location, or use Request Item for theses in storage.
• Masters theses (2007 +) are available online in Smith ScholarWorks.
  • To access ScholarWorks, click on the Five College Catalog link that says Access limited to the Smith College community.
  • In ScholarWorks, most online theses are available by clicking on the Download button near the top of the screen.
  • Restricted theses require a Smith Network username and password when accessing from off campus.