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Consult the experts. When in doubt, go straight to the source. ❏ Check credentials. When writing a research paper, your argument is only as strong as your evidence. Bolster your own credibility by citing the most qualified experts in the field. ❏ Talk to your instructor. Your professors are some of the best resources you have. Use them. If you have questions about an assignment, drop by during their office hours or make an appointment to get questions answered in person. ❏ Become the expert. The DC area offers unparalleled opportunities for primary research. Conduct an interview, investigate an archive, see the inner workings of government, or find what you’re looking for in a museum or even on campus in one of the special collections of the University Libraries.
