Answered By: Jinsook Seo
Last Updated: Jan 12, 2026     Views: 12

To start searching for a research-based article at Fuller Theological Seminary's David Allan Hubbard Library, you can follow this step-by-step guide. 

1. Start with the Library Catalog (WorldCat Discovery)

The quickest way to search across most of Fuller’s collections is the central search bar on the Library Homepage.

  • Enter Keywords: Start with your main research terms (e.g., "Amy Carmichael leadership").
  • Apply Filters: On the search results page, look at the left-hand column to limit your results:
    • Format: Select "Article."
    • Content: Select "Peer Reviewed" to ensure the articles are research-based and scholarly.
    • Availability: Select "Fuller Libraries" and "Full Text" to see what you can read immediately online.

2. Use Subject-Specific Databases

For more "complex and in-depth" searching, it is often better to use a database tailored to your field rather than the general catalog.

3. Set Up Google Scholar "Library Links."

You can search Google Scholar and have it automatically show you which articles are available for free through Fuller’s subscriptions.

  1. Go to Google Scholar Settings.
  2. Click "Library Links" on the left.
  3. Search for "Fuller Theological Seminary" and check the box to save it.
  4. Now, search results will show a "Find it @Fuller Libraries" link on the right side of the page.

4. Consult Research Guides

Fuller provides curated Library Guides that group the best databases and journals by subject (e.g., Theology, Intercultural Studies). 

 

Need Help?

If you can’t find a specific research-based article, the Reference Librarians are available to help you refine your search strategy:

Live Chat: Look for the "Chat with a Librarian" button here.

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