ENGL 200 - Expository Writing II - Salina Campus

This is an Expos II research guide for students enrolled on the Salina Campus. This guide is built around core assignments in the class.

Library Research Guide

Find Statistics

Statistical data can be useful when forming a strong argument, but finding statistics you need/want is not always straight forward. Finding the right statistics often means sifting through websites and reports. It takes time, but it's worth it!

Library Databases with Statistical Information

CQ (Congressional Quarterly) Researcher Plus Archive
Publication Dates Covered: 1923 - present Paid for by K-State Libraries
Single-themed reports on current issues from Congressional Quarterly Press dating back to 1923. Topics include social trends, health concerns, the economy, education, and technology. Reports provide overview, background, pro/con arguments, chronologies, current situation, and bibliographies of additional sources.
Statista
Paid for by K-State Libraries
Insights and facts across 600 industries and 50+ countries; includes the Global Consumer Survey. Use as the starting point of your research to get facts and insights on topics that matter, expert research in condensed form, market outlooks, analyzed markets from 150+ countries, daily infographics, visualized global stories, and global consumer survey information.

Useful Websites

U.S. Census Data
Find census data through a simple, single search bar.
Historical Statistics of the United States: pt. 1 & 2
This includes more than 12,500 time series, mostly annual, providing a statistical history of U.S. social, economic, political, and geographic development during periods from 1610 to 1970.
National Center for Education Statistics: Fast Facts
The purpose of the Fast Facts website is to provide users with concise information on a range of educational issues, from early childhood to adult learning. Fast Facts draw from various published sources and are updated as new data become available.
National Center for Health Statistics
This agency collects and distributes statistics on health, diseases, mortality and other topics.
USA Facts
Provides data about the American population, U.S. governments’ finances, and governments’ impact on society