Getting Started with Research at Shapiro Library
What is Chicago Style?
Chicago Style, currently in its 17th edition, is a citation protocol established by the University of Chicago. Chicago Style is most often used in the disciplines of:
- History
- Religion
Be sure to check with your professor as to what citation style is required for each assignment!
What does Chicago Style Include?
- instruction for manuscript preparation and publication
- guidelines for style, grammar and usage
- rules for documenting your sources in-text including the Notes-Bibliography System (NB) and the Author-Date System
- guidelines for a Bibliography at the end of your paper
Citing Sources in Chicago: Database & Web Resources
The library provides access to resources like books, eBooks, and websites that can help you cite sources in Chicago style. Please visit our Citing Your Sources This link opens in a new window guide and Chicago Style Guide This link opens in a new window, or explore the books and web resources listed below for help. If you need help citing sources your best resource is the Wolak Learning Center This link opens in a new window (Campus Students) or the Academic Support Center This link opens in a new window (Online Students).
eBook from the Library
- Chicago Manual of Style Online This link opens in a new window
Chicago Style, currently in its 17th edition, is a citation protocol established by the University of Chicago. Chicago Style is most often used in the disciplines of history and religion. For more information about this style read the FAQ: What is Chicago style or format?
Helpful Web Resources
Examples of Sources Cited in Chicago Style
Visit these links to see examples of citing sources in Chicago style.