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Citation Styles and Academic Formatting

Learn how to properly cite sources and format academic papers using APA, MLA, Chicago, and other citation styles. This guide includes step-by-step tutorials, templates, and formatting guidelines for student papers at Marian University.

🔰 New to MLA? Start Here!

MLA is used in scholarship throughout the humanities, especially in English studies, modern languages and literatures, comparative literature, literary criticism, media studies, cultural studies, and related disciplines.

The MLA Style Center is your comprehensive resource for MLA formatting and citation guidelines. Visit style.mla.org to access:

Writing Resources:

Essential Tools:

💡 Pro Tip: Use the "Ask the MLA" feature to get answers to specific citation questions not covered in the general guidelines.

📖 Official MLA Style Guides